How is S-400 air defence system technically superior to any other system presently available in the world?
1. S-400 Triumf is a Russian long-range
S-400 Triumf is a Russian long-range surface-to-air missile system engaging aircraft, drones, cruise and ballistic missiles.
2. Its 40N6 missiles reach up to
Its 40N6 missiles reach up to 400 km, giving unmatched range that can cover a very large area from one site.
3. Phased-array radars track and engage dozens
Phased-array radars track and engage dozens of targets simultaneously across a wide range of altitudes.
4. It provides multi-layered defence
It provides multi-layered defence, using different missile types for long, medium and short-range interception.
5. Very low to very high altitude
Very low to very high altitude coverage, including near-space, makes saturation of its defence difficult.
6. Its 91N6E and 92N6E radars feature
Its 91N6E and 92N6E radars feature digital beam forming and long detection ranges, including against stealth aircraft.
7. Mobile wheeled launchers deploy rapidly and
Mobile wheeled launchers deploy rapidly and become combat-ready in minutes, improving battlefield survivability.
8. India’s five S-400 squadrons strengthen air
India’s five S-400 squadrons strengthen air defence against threats from China and Pakistan, with CAATSA waiver concerns.
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