Russian \"Cape\" for tanks makes them capable of repelling missiles

A special type of \"Cape\" coating creates a disruption in the target acquisition of an anti-tank missile

The new Russian protective material for camouflage \"Cape\" helps to make tanks visually inconspicuous during radar, thermal, and optical observation. Also, tests have shown that the development of JSC \"NII Stali\" can successfully make a tank resistant to modern ATGMs, such as the American Javelin.

The \"Cape\" has been included in the equipment of many Russian armored vehicles since the summer of 2023.

According to RIA Novosti, citing its source, the \"Cape\" reduces thermal radiation from the tank, smoothing out thermocontrast zones. Anti-tank missiles, which have an infrared homing head, experience a disruption in target acquisition. The effectiveness of the \"Cape\" increases when used in conjunction with smoke and aerosol screens.