Heavy ATGM Platoon*
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The heavy ATGM TOWs are used in independent ATGM companies, or as a Brigade level anti-tank weapons in Jaeger Brigades, organized into an ATGM company. The companies are used in cooperation with other units usually in a defensive manner, as the TOW launchers are rather bulky and heavy to move with and attack. They are used in open terrain with anti-tank barriers and indirect fire support to prevent enemy armour using the few suitable locations for their advantage.*
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The TOWs in use are ITOW, TOW-2A and TOW-2B. The Finnish names for these weapons are Panssarintorjuntaohjus 83 and 83M (83 meaning the year when approved into service), with the M model covering the A (tandem HEAT) and B (top attack) variants. The TOW-2 is more than a match to any armoured vehicle, even if using ERA.*