SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India has reportedly commenced work on the development of the Rudram-IV, an advanced air-to-surface weapon system. Initial details about this missile system were first reported by idrw.org, and new information now sheds light on its specifications and intended mission profile.
The Rudram-IV is confirmed to have a range exceeding 300 kilometres, placing it in the category of long-range stand-off weapons. Interestingly, the missile is speculated to be lighter than the Rudram-III, which could allow for greater operational flexibility and enable it to target smaller and more precise objectives effectively.
The Rudram-IV is likely to be engineered as a Long Range Stand-Off Weapon (LRSOW), indicating a shift in mission profiles from the Rudram-II, which has already been tested with a range of 330 kilometres. The new missile might be tailored for missions requiring precision strikes on specific targets like command centres, radar installations, or communication hubs without the need for a heavier warhead.
Rudram-III With a significant range of 550 kilometres, the Rudram-III is designed for deep penetration strikes, targeting larger installations or high-value targets. Its development continues, with expectations of enhancing India’s long-range strike capabilities.
The introduction of the Rudram-IV into the series extends the family’s versatility. By being lighter and designed for different mission parameters, it complements the existing variants, offering commanders more options in engagement strategies.
Given its mission-specific design, the Rudram-IV could be integrated with multiple aerial platforms, enhancing the IAF’s versatility in conducting precision strikes. Its lighter weight might also allow for deployment in scenarios where larger missiles could be operationally impractical.
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