# Almas (missile)

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Iranian air-to-surface missile

Almas Type Surface-to-surface missile Air-to-surface missile Place of origin Iran Service history In service 2021-present Wars Israel–Hezbollah conflict (2023–2024) 2026 Lebanon war Specifications Warhead Tandem HEAT/thermobaric [citation needed] Engine Solid-fuel rocket Operational range 4 km (Almas-1) Guidance system Imaging infrared homing (IIR) & electro-optical (EO) [citation needed]

**Almas** ([Persian](/source/Persian_language): الماس, [lit.](/source/Literal_translation) 'diamond')[1] is a family of unlicensed Iranian copies of the Israeli [Spike](/source/Spike_(missile)) family of [surface-to-surface](/source/Surface-to-surface) and [air-to-surface](/source/Air-to-surface) [missiles](/source/Missile) used for anti-armor attacks.[2]

## History

Almas 1/2/3 at a defense expo

Iran reportedly was transferred Israeli [Spike-MR](/source/Spike_(missile)) missiles that were captured during the [2006 Lebanon War](/source/2006_Lebanon_War) by Hezbollah,[3] which were converted into an unlicensed variant of the missile that was designated the Almas-1.[2][4] The ground-launched ATGM version was unveiled in public on 7 July 2021.[4] It was shown overseas at the MILEX 2023 exhibition held in May in Belarus[5] and at the Partner 2023 exhibition held in September in Serbia.[6]

On 25 January 2024, a video was released that appeared to show Hezbollah forces using the system against an Israeli surveillance outpost[7] at [Shlomi](/source/Shlomi%2C_Israel).[8] On 27 January 2024, another attack involving the Almas was reported at [Rosh HaNikra](/source/Rosh_HaNikra_(kibbutz)).[8]

In November 2024, it was reported that Israeli troops captured Almas ATGMs alongside Kornets from Hezobollah forces during [Operation Northern Arrows](/source/September_2024_Israeli_attacks_against_Lebanon).[9]

In January 2025, it was reported that the Badr ATGM was developed based on the Almas.[10][11]

## Variants

### Almas-1

Exact copy of the Spike with a range of 4,000 meters and weight of 15 kg.[12]

### Almas-2

Has a range of 8,000 meters when fired from the ground with claims of penetrating up to 1,000 mm of armor.[12]

### Almas-3

Clone of the Spike ER with its warhead based on a two-stage high-explosive or thermobaric type.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*] It has a range between 10 and 16 km.[9]

### Almas-4

Almas-4, the newer generation of this missile, among other improvements, send clearer images of its flight back to its operators. According to CAT-UXO, a munitions awareness group, this missile can carry two types of warheads. One can detonate in two phases, making it easier to penetrate armor. The other is a fuel-air bomb that explodes into a fireball.[2] It is reportedly based on the Spike NLOS.[13]

## Operators

- [Hezbollah](/source/Hezbollah): Known to be using the Almas.[14] They claim to possess Almas-1/2/3.[8]

- [Iran](/source/Iran): Reverse engineered Spike-MR with modifications. Originally captured by Hezbollah during the 2006 Lebanon War and given to Iran.[15] Known to be used by the [Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Ground Forces](/source/Islamic_Revolutionary_Guard_Corps_Ground_Forces).[16]

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** [https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1i004vxx1e](https://www.ynetnews.com/article/b1i004vxx1e)

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-nytimes_2-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-nytimes_2-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-nytimes_2-2) Lara Jakes and Ronen Bergman (23 November 2024). ["Hezbollah Believed to Be Using Copy of Israeli Missile Against Israel"](https://web.archive.org/web/20250618221838/https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/23/world/middleeast/hezbollah-israel-missile-iran.html). *[The New York Times](/source/The_New_York_Times)*. Archived from [the original](https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/23/world/middleeast/hezbollah-israel-missile-iran.html) on 2025-06-18.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-WTCI_3-0)** ["Report: Missile system captured by Hizbullah, sent to Iran"](https://www.worldtribune.com/worldtribune/WTARC/2006/me_iran_11_06.html). *World Tribune*. 6 November 2006. Retrieved 14 February 2024.{{[cite web](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Template:Cite_web)}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service ([link](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:CS1_maint:_deprecated_archival_service))

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-PJI_4-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-PJI_4-1) ["Iranian IRGC unveils ground-launched Almas anti-tank missile"](https://polygonjournal.com/2021/07/08/iranian-irgc-unveils-ground-launched-almas-anti-tank-missile/). *Polygon Military Magazine*. 8 July 2021. Retrieved 14 February 2024.{{[cite web](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Template:Cite_web)}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service ([link](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:CS1_maint:_deprecated_archival_service))

1. **[^](#cite_ref-IMP2_5-0)** Adam M. Maciejewski (December 2023). ["Przeciwpancerne pociski kierowane Iranu cz. 2"](https://zbiam.pl/artykuly/przeciwpancerne-pociski-kierowane-iranu-cz-2/) (in Polish). ZBIAM.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** Gosselin-Malo, Elisabeth (28 September 2023). ["How Iranian, Russian arms makers shared a Belgrade trade fair hall"](https://www.defensenews.com/global/europe/2023/09/28/how-iranian-russian-arms-makers-shared-a-belgrade-trade-fair-hall/). *Defense News*. Retrieved 27 April 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Rogoway_7-0)** Rogoway, Tyler (25 January 2024). ["Iranian Knock-Off Of Israel's Spike Missile Used In Hezbollah Attack"](https://www.thedrive.com/the-war-zone/iranian-knock-off-of-israels-spike-missile-used-in-hezbollah-attack). *The Drive*. Retrieved 26 January 2024.{{[cite news](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Template:Cite_news)}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service ([link](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Category:CS1_maint:_deprecated_archival_service))

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-FDDH_8-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-FDDH_8-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-FDDH_8-2) ["Breaking down Hezbollah's rocket strategy: The Short-Range Threat"](https://www.fdd.org/analysis/op_eds/2024/02/26/breaking-down-hezbollahs-rocket-strategy-the-short-range-threat/). 26 February 2024.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-en.defence-ua.com_9-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-en.defence-ua.com_9-1) [https://en.defence-ua.com/news/israel_captured_so_many_atgms_from_hezbollah_that_considers_creating_units_using_russian_kornet_and_iranian_almas-12429.html](https://en.defence-ua.com/news/israel_captured_so_many_atgms_from_hezbollah_that_considers_creating_units_using_russian_kornet_and_iranian_almas-12429.html)

1. **[^](#cite_ref-10)** [https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/irans-army-unveils-its-latest-top-attack-anti-tank-missile-badr/](https://defencesecurityasia.com/en/irans-army-unveils-its-latest-top-attack-anti-tank-missile-badr/)

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** [https://global.tendernews.com/newsdetails.aspx?s=4552&t=Iran-Tests-New-Badr-ATGM-to-Enhance-Infantry-Strike-Capabilities](https://global.tendernews.com/newsdetails.aspx?s=4552&t=Iran-Tests-New-Badr-ATGM-to-Enhance-Infantry-Strike-Capabilities)

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-dua_12-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-dua_12-1) [https://www.zona-militar.com/en/2024/04/06/iran-advances-in-developing-almas-anti-tank-system-after-reverse-engineering](https://www.zona-militar.com/en/2024/04/06/iran-advances-in-developing-almas-anti-tank-system-after-reverse-engineering)

1. **[^](#cite_ref-13)** [https://www.overtdefense.com/2025/02/20/new-iranian-almas-4-advanced-long-range-anti-tank-missile-technology/](https://www.overtdefense.com/2025/02/20/new-iranian-almas-4-advanced-long-range-anti-tank-missile-technology/)

1. **[^](#cite_ref-14)** ["A Profile of Hezbollah's Almas Missile – Capabilities and Significance"](https://israel-alma.org/2024/04/04/a-profile-of-hezbollahs-almas-missile-capabilities-and-significance/). 4 April 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-15)** ["Hezbollah Reveals Advanced Missile Strikes and Intel Sortie Over Iron Dome Battery - National Security & Cyber - Haaretz.com"](https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/security-aviation/2024-02-01/ty-article/hezbollah-reveals-advanced-missile-strikes-and-intel-sortie-over-iron-dome-battery/0000018d-6418-d897-a3ef-e7b974bc0000). *www.haaretz.com*. Retrieved 2024-12-21.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-16)** [https://caspiannews.com/news-detail/iranian-ground-forces-receive-new-weapons-aircraft-2021-7-8-4/](https://caspiannews.com/news-detail/iranian-ground-forces-receive-new-weapons-aircraft-2021-7-8-4/)

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