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At Aero India 2025, Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), showcased its latest indigenous innovation—the Prabha Laser Beam Rider Guided Missile (LBRGM). This advanced anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) system marks a significant step forward in India’s quest for self-reliance in defense technology, offering a versatile and precise solution for modern battlefield requirements. Designed to enhance the Indian Army’s capabilities, the Prabha missile demonstrates India’s growing prowess in developing sophisticated weaponry tailored to its unique operational needs.
The Prabha LBRGM is an indigenously designed wireless ATGM system that leverages laser beam riding guidance technology, a proven method for precision targeting. Unlike fire-and-forget systems, laser beam riding guidance ensures the missile follows a laser beam directed at the target, offering high accuracy and resistance to countermeasures. The missile’s design makes it suitable for deployment from Infantry Combat Vehicles (ICVs) and ground-based launchers, providing flexibility across various combat scenarios.
The system incorporates an axially foldable quad blade wing assembly, which enhances its aerodynamic stability during flight. Additionally, the laser beam riding channel is bore-sighted with an optical device, ensuring precise tracking and engagement of targets throughout the missile’s flight path.
Key Specifications of the Prabha Missile
The Prabha missile boasts impressive technical specifications that position it as a formidable weapon in India’s arsenal:
- Speed: Subsonic, ensuring stable flight dynamics and effective guidance control.
- Flight Time: Approximately 18 seconds to engage targets at operational ranges.
- Guidance: Laser Beam Rider Guidance (LBRGM), providing high accuracy and immunity to electronic countermeasures.
- Propulsion: Equipped with an EDB rocket motor, delivering reliable thrust for its flight profile.
- Dimensions:
- Length: 1,260 mm (1.26 meters)
- Diameter: 128 mm
- Weight: 25 kg, making it lightweight and suitable for man-portable or vehicle-mounted applications.
- Launch Platform: Designed for use with ICVs and ground-based launchers, offering operational versatility.
These specifications indicate that the Prabha missile is optimized for rapid deployment and precision strikes against armored targets, addressing a critical gap in India’s ATGM capabilities.
The missile’s lightweight design (25 kg) and compact dimensions make it adaptable for various platforms, including tripod-based ground launchers and ICVs. This versatility enables infantry units and mechanized formations to engage enemy armor effectively across diverse terrains, from open deserts to rugged mountainous regions. Furthermore, the indigenous design underscores India’s commitment to reducing dependency on imported systems.
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