Suryastra Rocket System Latest News
Recently, the Indian Army has signed a ₹293 crore contract with private defence manufacturer NIBE Limited, in collaboration with Israel, for the supply of suryastra rocket launcher system.
About Suryastra Rocket System
- It is India’s first indigenous universal multi-calibre rocket launcher system.
- Developed by: It is developed by Pune-based NIBE Limited in collaboration with Israel’s Elbit Systems.
Key Features of Suryastra Rocket System
- It is an advanced long-range rocket launcher system.
- Range: It is capable of executing precision surface-to-surface striking targets at ranges of 150 and 300 kilometers.
- Multi-target Capability: It is designed to engage multiple targets simultaneously at varying ranges.
- Precision: It achieves a high degree of accuracy with a circular error probable (CEP) of less than five metres during trials.
- The same launcher is also capable of firing loitering munitions up to a range of 100 km.
- Technology used: The system is based on Elbit Systems’ PULS (Precise & Universal Launching System) launcher technology.
- It is equipped with a modern fire control system that integrates GPS, inertial navigation, and digital ballistic computation.
- Its semi-automated reload and shoot-and-scoot capabilities reduce exposure to counter-battery fire.
Source: TH
Suryastra Rocket System FAQs
Q1: What is the range of Suryastra?
Ans: 150 km and 300 km
Q2: What is the precision of Suryastra?
Ans: Circular Error Probable (CEP) of 5 meters
