Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India
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Source: The post is based on the article “Igla-S Missile: Russia to supply Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India” published in “TOI” on 16th November 2023

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Russia has signed a deal to provide Igla-S anti-aircraft missiles to India and authorized the local production of Igla-S under license. 

What is Igla-S?

Igla-S
Source: News18
SpecificationsDetails
What is itIgla-S is a man-portable air defence system (MANPADS) that can be fired by an individual or crew to bring down an enemy aircraft.
Developed byRussia
FeaturesIt has a capability of bringing down low flying aircraft.
It can also identify and neutralize air targets such as cruise missiles and drones.
Comprises ofThe missile comprises 9M342 missile, 9P522 launching mechanism, 9V866-2 mobile test station and 9F719-2 test set.
Range500m to 6 km
Target AltitudeUpto 3.5 kms
Speed400 meters per second
SignificanceThis will boost India’s defence capabilities along Pakistan and China’s borders.

Note: Russia is India’s largest arms supplier. According to Stockholm International Peace Research Institute(SIPRI), Russia accounted for 45% of India’s arms imports between 2018 and 2022 followed by France at 29% and United States at 11%.

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