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The unit cost of that thing is $40,000 [1]. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_generation_Light_Anti-tank_Weapon https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Next_generat

• Reason077 5y ago
  Which is a bargain, really, considering they're reported to have >90% effectiveness against Russian tanks that cost, what, 100x more? Asymmetric warfare.
  • sofixa 5y ago
    > Which is a bargain, really, considering they're reported to have >90% effectiveness against Russian tanks that cost, what, 100x more The newer ones like T-80 and T-90, yep, around ~100x more. And that's discounting any specialised equipment on the tank (like sensors, anti-tank rockets, etc.) and the crew. Russian tanks are made to be simple to operate, but they still require some training, you can't just throw a random conscript in it and expect them to be of much use.
  • tablespoon 5y ago
    > Which is a bargain, really, considering they're reported to have >90% effectiveness against Russian tanks that cost, what, 100x more? Asymmetric warfare. I don't disagree and know there are good reasons for the price (e.g. high reliability, complex with low production volumes compared to similar civilian goods). It's just kind of mind-boggling that a small consumable item like that is so expensive. According to Wikipedia a Javelin is even more at $240,000.
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