The Hongjian-12 is a third generation, man-portable, fire-and-forget infrared homing top-attack anti-tank missile of China. It was unveiled at the Eurosatory 2014 exhibition.[4]
History
The missile was first showcased on the Eurosatory 2014 exhibition.[4] Subsequent modifications and improvements were showcased in the following exhibitions. At Airshow China 2016, China North Industries Corporation (Norinco) unveiled HJ-12E, the export variant with new control fins and rocket motors.[5]
On 25 March 2020, Norinco announced its first successful export order to Algeria.[6]