Alcotán-100 Anti-Tank Weapon

Reading Time: 2 minutes Manufacturer: Instalaza S.A.Country of Origin: Kingdom of SpainType: Man-Portable Anti-Tank Rocket SystemIn Service Since: 2022 (Bangladesh Army and Border Guard Bangladesh)Primary Operators: Spanish Army, Bangladesh Army, Border Guard Bangladesh Overview The Alcotán-100, also designated as M2, is a reusable, man-portable, medium-range anti-tank and multi-purpose weapon system developed by Instalaza of Spain. It is designed to provide infantry and border security units with a high degree of precision, lethality, and ease of operation against a wide array of battlefield targets—including armoured vehicles, fortified positions, and light structures. Since 2022, both the Bangladesh Army and the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) have inducted the Alcotán-100 to reinforce tactical anti-armour capabilities, particularly in rugged and remote border areas where rapid deployment and mobility are essential. Technical Specifications Calibre: 100 mm Launcher Type: Tripod-mounted or shoulder-fired reusable launch unit System Weight: Launch Unit: approx. 13 kg Sight Unit (VCI): approx. 3