What is the IRIS-T Surface-Launched-Missile (SLM) system?

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About IRIS-T Surface-Launched-Missile (SLM) system:

It is the medium-range version of the IRIS-T SL air defense missile system designed and produced by the German company Diehl Defense.
The system provides comprehensive 360° protection against aircraft, helicopters, cruise missiles, and guided weapons.
It enables simultaneous engagement of multiple targets from very short to medium-range within extremely brief reaction times.
It is suited for both mobile and stationary deployment.
Features:
- Each system comprises three vehicles: a missile launcher, a radar, and a fire-control radar, with integrated logistics and support.
- It is equipped with a radar with a range of 250 kilometers (155 miles).
- The missiles, which use infrared imaging to identify targets, are said to have a range of 40 kilometers (25 miles) and a maximum altitude of 20 kilometers (12.4 miles).

Q1) What is Patriot (MIM-104)?

Patriot (MIM-104) is a long-range, all-altitude, all-weather air defence system to counter tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and advanced aircraft. It is produced by Raytheon in Massachusetts and Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control in Florida.

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