Klub-S Missile System

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India recently reached an agreement with Russia to acquire the Klub-S missile system, aimed at enhancing the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy’s submarine fleet.

About Klub-S Missile System

• Developed by Russian defense company NPO Novator, the Klub, also known as Kalibr, is a cruise missile inducted into Moscow’s defense forces in 1994.
• The Klub-S missiles have a warhead payload of 400 kilograms and are capable of targeting surface ships, submarines, and ground targets up to 300 kilometers away.
• This system includes a fire control system, a vertical launcher unit (VLU), and ammunition.
• It is known for its excellent performance in dangerous combat zones. 
• It is designed for use in situations where the enemy is engaged in heavy firing and electronic warfare is at its peak.
• It can accelerate to supersonic speeds in the terminal phase, making it difficult for enemy defenses to intercept.
• It cruises at an altitude of 10-15 meters, reducing the reaction time for enemy defenses. It has a modular design, and it shares common parts with other variants in the Kalibr family.

Klub-S Missile System FAQs

Q1. What is the range of the Klub-S missile?

Ans. The Klub-S missile has a range of 300 kilometers.

Q2. What is a Cruise Missile?

Ans. A cruise missile is a guided missile designed to travel long distances at low altitudes, typically powered by a jet engine.

Q3. What is supersonic speed?

Ans. Supersonic speed refers to any object traveling faster than the speed of sound.

Source: MSN