The IAF and Indian Navy have bolstered their combat capabilities with the induction of the Rampage long-range supersonic air-to-ground missile, previously utilized by the Israeli Air Force in operations against Iranian targets.
IAF And Indian Navy Induct Rampage Missile for Enhanced Strike Capabilities
The IAF and Indian Navy have bolstered their combat capabilities with the induction of the Rampage long-range supersonic air-to-ground missile, previously utilized by the Israeli Air Force in operations against Iranian targets. The missile, known as the High-Speed Low Drag-Mark 2 within the Indian Air Force, offers a striking range of up to 250 kilometers.
The Rampage missile has been successfully integrated into the IAF’s fleet of Russian-origin aircraft, including the Su-30 MKI, MiG-29, and Jaguar fighters. Similarly, the Indian Navy has welcomed the Rampage missiles into its arsenal, particularly for the MiG-29K naval fighter jets, enhancing its capability to engage high-value targets such as communication centers and radar stations.
Rampage Missile
Engine: Solid-propellant rocket
Flight altitude: 3,000–40,000 ft (910–12,190 m)
Mass: 570 kg (1,260 lb)
Maximum speed: 350–550 m/s (Mach 1.0 – Mach 1.6)
Operational range: 150–250 km (93–155 mi)
Other Recent Developments
Apart from the Rampage missiles, recent testing of the ROCKS (Crystal Maze-2) missile in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands territory demonstrated the IAF’s commitment to enhancing its capabilities through the acquisition of cutting-edge weaponry.
