Suryastra Rocket System

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. 

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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