RudraM-II air-to-surface missile
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Context:
- RudraM-II air-to-surface missile successfully flight-tested by DRDO from Su-30 MK-I off the Odisha coast.
RudraM-II
- It is an indigenously-developed solid-propelled air-launched missile system meant for Air-to-Surface role to neutralise many types of enemy assets.
- It is manufactured by Adani Defence and Aerospace in their Hyderabad facility.
The Rudram
- It is a series of supersonic and hypersonic air-to-surface ground attack and anti-radiation missiles in development by the Defence Research and Development Organisation of India.
- It can be launched from a range of altitudes with large standoff distance for destroying enemy surveillance radars, communication stations and bunkers.
Manufacturers:
Variants:
- Rudram-1
- Rudram-2
- Rudram-3
Differences between Rudram 1, Rudram 2, and Rudram 3 missile variants:
|
Feature |
Rudram 1 |
Rudram 2 |
Rudram 3 |
|
Type |
Anti-Radiation Missile |
Anti-Radiation Missile |
Anti-Radiation Missile |
|
Primary Target |
Enemy radar systems |
Enhanced range and capability over Rudram 1 |
Enhanced range and capability over Rudram 2 |
|
Range |
100-250 km |
250-500 km |
500-700 km |
|
Guidance System |
Passive homing head |
Advanced passive homing head |
Advanced passive homing head with improved accuracy |
|
Warhead Type |
High-explosive pre-fragmented |
High-explosive pre-fragmented |
High-explosive pre-fragmented |
|
Launch Platform |
Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Mirage 2000 |
Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Mirage 2000 |
Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Mirage 2000 |
|
Operational Status |
Inducted, operational |
Under development/testing |
Planned/early development |
|
Development Agency |
DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) |
DRDO |
DRDO |
|
Key Features |
Suppresses enemy air defenses, versatile targeting |
Extended range, improved homing accuracy |
Further extended range, superior targeting and accuracy |
Source:
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2022076
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Which of the following statements correctly describes the Rudram missile and its strategic importance for India's defense capabilities? A) The Rudram missile is an indigenously developed surface-to-air missile designed primarily for intercepting and destroying enemy aircraft. B) The Rudram missile, developed by DRDO, is India's first indigenous anti-radiation missile, capable of neutralizing enemy radar, communication sites, and other radio frequency-emitting targets, enhancing SEAD (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses) operations. C) The Rudram missile is a long-range cruise missile designed for precision strikes against high-value ground targets, enhancing India's deep strike capabilities. D) The Rudram missile, launched from naval ships, is designed for anti-submarine warfare, increasing the Indian Navy's capabilities in underwater combat. Answer: B) The Rudram missile, developed by DRDO, is India's first indigenous anti-radiation missile, capable of neutralizing enemy radar, communication sites, and other radio frequency-emitting targets, enhancing SEAD (Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses) operations. |
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