It is a short range AShM , its range is 55 km
Currently it is for helicopter launch only
In future it may arm patrol boats , OPVs etc
It is a short range AShM , its range is 55 km
Currently it is for helicopter launch only
In future it may arm patrol boats , OPVs etc
You are comparing a model with a missile. All I see is the MLPGM fins have been moved back a bit compared to the SANT, which is not such a significant modification.
More pics of the ARDE made ER version of the Anti-Submarine rocket. The rocket is now making it into Navy's service.
This is the plot of the drift seen in the flight path of the rocket with time due to the newer propulsion. With a lot of testing the drift problems were solved.
How effective will be ASW rockets at such short range?
Won't sub's hunt ships before that.
Do modern ships carry ASW rockets?
ASW Corvette - typically at what range they engage Subs?
Why are they still unguided? Can we guide it like guided Pinakas ¡
Very effective. These weapons are more multipurpose than generally believed. They can be used against subs, small sized boats, divers, enemy torpedoes or mines etc. 10 km is the low end range of ASW operations, so these weapons are sort of like the last resort weapon against subs. But against other targets(like enemy divers) it is often the preferred weapon of choice.
They do in some cases. At least they should in my opinion.
Depends on the sensors and weapons, but the typical range is between 10-60 kms. This is incase of 1 sub vs 1 ASW ship scenario. With increased number on either side the range changes.
That will take away its selling point. The navy likes it because it is un-jammable. It is simple and cheap and we can produce them in massive quantities. Putting any seekers on them takes that away.
My only complaint is the not-so-stealthy mount and the massive amount of space these things take up on a ship.
He doesn't know what he's talking about.
He should look up the range of ATACMS and SY400 first. The IA has more pressing matters to throw money at in the meantime, before the Prithvi is replaced.
As for Pinaka, it has suffered from major production issues in the rocket. Thank OFB for that. They can't do jack sh!t.
Lots of rant with low on substance.
Prahaar was developed in direct reaction to Pakistani Nasr missile by overenthusiastic DRDO. No one asked for it. They took the AAD missile of BMD and repurposed it in record time. It was not something IA needed according to their requirement and doctrine. Pralay would be the perfect replacement for the Prithvi series and against Chinese missile artillery.
@Falcon sums it up
What people don't understand that even if these weapons are not used , it will make the global arms manufacturers uneasy and they will be more than willing to sell india a similar weapon system of their own. I.e a bargaining chip.
I don't expect many to understand this comment, but there.
We won't buy those. So it doesn't matter if they make an offer.
Our ballistic missile program is indigenous by design.
Trials of Helicopter-launched Nag Missile (HELINA), now named Dhruvastra anti-tank guided missile in direct and top attack mode. The flight trials were conducted on 15&16 July at ITR Balasore (Odisha). This is done without helicopter.
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When will they complete the development, when will the forces complete user trials and when will the orders be placed. Nothing on these questions.
The latter video conveyed the impression that the ATGM followed a pathway akin to a sea skimming anti ship missile.
When will they complete the development, when will the forces complete user trials and when will the orders be placed. Nothing on these questions.
When will they complete the development, when will the forces complete user trials and when will the orders be placed. Nothing on these questions.
Since Astra name is doing magic with IAF ... DRDO started adding Astra name in all A2A and A2G missile name
Dhruv +Astra
HELINA - army version ( flexible nozzle TVC )
DHRUVASTRA - airforce version ( jet van control JVC )