A laser-guided missile system is emerging as Brazil’s direct fire solution against tanks and modern armored targets.
The MAX 1.2 AC, developed by EDGE Group entity SIATT, flies along a laser-designated path within line of sight, giving infantry units a “high-precision” targeting tool.
Its strike range starts at 3.2 kilometers (2 miles) and grows further when paired with platforms like the Cascavel NG.
Light enough for a two-person team, the complete setup weighs just over 52 kilograms (115 pounds) and can be deployed or transported within minutes.
Thermal imaging integration lets it operate in any weather, day or night.
Battlefield Use
The MAX 1.2 AC underwent extensive field testing along the Guyana-Venezuela border, demonstrating compatibility with T-72 platforms in complex terrain.
Brazilian Marine Corps units have begun integrating the missile into larger anti-tank networks, combining it with infantry vehicles and QX-2 strike drones to create a flexible, rapid-response system.
The weapon made its public debut at the 2025 Expodefense convention in Bogota, Colombia.
