SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is set to conduct additional trials of the Rudram-II air-to-ground missile in 2025, expanding its integration to include the Mirage-2000-5 fighter jet. The rocket, currently integrated only with the Su-30MKI, weighs 800 kilograms and carries a 200-kilogram warhead.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is keen to broaden compatibility across its fleet, so DRDO, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), and the Aircraft and Systems Testing Establishment (ASTE) are working in tandem to facilitate integration with the Mirage-2000-5.
The integration effort includes captive and release flight trials scheduled for next year, with firing trials expected by the end of 2025, subject to successful preliminary tests. According to an IAF official speaking privately to idrw.org, the Rudram-II is designed for versatile launch capabilities, allowing deployment from various altitudes and targeting enemy radars and radio frequency signals over 100 km away.
The IAF also plans to arm the Tejas MkII with the Rudram-II missile when the aircraft is inducted into the fleet, which is expected around 2030. The expanded compatibility will significantly enhance the operational versatility of the IAF, strengthening its capability to neutralize enemy defences and command systems effectively.
Key Features of Rudram-II
- Lock-On-Before/After-Launch Systems: These advanced systems provide flexibility in targeting, allowing the missile to adjust to dynamic battlefield conditions.
- Internal Guidance System: Once launched, the missile can autonomously navigate to its target, ensuring precision.
- Range: The missile’s effective range is 50 km to 300 km, making it a formidable weapon in long-range operations.
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