Primary armament: Surface-to-Air Infrared-Homing Missiles
Top speed: 90km/h
Threat to the A-10: GREAT
The SA-9 and SA-13 are mobile surface-to-air missile launchers. The missiles
home-in on the A-10 with an infrared heat-seeking system. They can sometimes
be distracted by dropping a flare. These systems have a smaller range than
their radar-guided counterparts (the SA-6 and SA-11). Engaging a SAM with the
A-10 is dangerous, but can be done with the Avenger, a Maverick, or a Rockeye.
(For more information See: Defensive Weapons Systems: p.35 and Tactics Against
SAMs: p.40).

Mi-24 Hind Assault Helicopter
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Primary armament: Anti-tank missiles
Top speed: 320km/h
Threat to the A-10: none
The Hind is a fast, assault helicopter. It presents a great danger to your
friendly gound forces. It is particulary effective against the M1 Abrams. It
can be engaged with a Sidewinder, and skilled A-10 pilots can shoot it down
with the Avenger.

MiG-27 Foxbat Strike Fighter
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Primary armament: A variety of weapons mounted on the wings, including
anti-aircraft missiles and bombs.
Top speed: 800 knots
Threat to the A-10: GREAT
The Foxbat can engage anything on the battlefield or in the air. Its
anti-aircraft missiles can damage the A-10. It can be engaged with a
Sidewinder, and a lucky Avenger shot could damage it.
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