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S-400 Squadrons
Context
The delivery of S-400 come up in discussion between Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and his Russian counterpart Andrei Belousov in China’s Qingdao on the sidelines of the SCO. Russia has assured India of delivering the much-delayed 4th S-400 Triumf air defence system in 2026 and the remaining one in 2027.
What is the S-400 Missile System?
- The S-400 Triumf is a long-range, mobile surface-to-air missile (SAM) system developed by Russia. It is designed to detect, track, and destroy multiple aerial threats — including aircraft, drones, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles — at various altitudes and distances.
- Key Features:
- Maximum range: Up to 400 km
- Altitude interception: From 10 meters to 30 km
- Target engagement: Can engage 36 targets simultaneously
- Missile types: Four types (short to long range) for layered defence
- Mobility: Mounted on trucks, allowing quick deployment and relocation
- Radar system: Advanced phased-array radars for long-range detection
- Speed: Can intercept targets moving at 8 km/second
- It is considered one of the most advanced air defence systems in the world, offering faster response and wider coverage than comparable systems like the US Patriot or THAAD.
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