AT4

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	Weapon: AT4 Type: Anti-Tank Weapon Country of Origin: Sweden Year Adopted: 1987 Overall Length (mm): 1020.0 Overall Length (in): 40.16 Weight (kg): 6.70 Weight (pounds): 14.77

The Bofors AT4 is a single-use, shoulder-fired anti-tank weapon developed by the Swedish company Bofors (now part of Saab) in the early 1980s. Designed to provide infantry units with a lightweight yet effective means of engaging armored vehicles, fortified positions, and enemy personnel, the AT4 uses an 84mm unguided, recoilless projectile. The launcher is a fiberglass tube preloaded with a high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT) warhead, offering a simple and disposable alternative to reloadable rocket launchers. The AT4 employs a fin-stabilized rocket for increased accuracy and penetrative capability, making it effective against light armor and defensive structures.

Since its introduction in 1983, the AT4 has been widely adopted by military forces across the world, including the United States, Sweden, and numerous NATO allies. The U.S. military designated the weapon as the M136 AT4 and incorporated it into its arsenal as a standard-issue light anti-armor weapon. Over 1 million units have been produced, and it has seen extensive use in conflicts such as the Gulf War, the Iraq War, and operations in Afghanistan. The AT4's lightweight and ease of use have made it a staple for infantry forces requiring portable anti-armor capabilities.

The AT4 has gained a strong reputation for its effectiveness and reliability in combat. Its ability to penetrate enemy armor, combined with its ease of use and disposability, has made it a preferred choice for infantry units worldwide. While primarily designed for anti-armor roles, it has also been adapted for urban warfare and bunker-busting operations, further increasing its versatility. The weapon's continued service across multiple armed forces underscores its importance as a battlefield asset in modern warfare.