"A Head Above Enemy Missiles": Expert Khodarenok Speaks About the Power of the Russian "Oreshnik"

Missile range — up to 5.5 thousand kilometers

The launch of serial production of the new medium-range missile system "Oreshnik" will enhance the operational and combat capabilities of the Russian Armed Forces. This was stated by military expert Mikhail Khodarenok.

Considering the firing range of "Oreshnik" (up to 5.5 thousand kilometers) and its unique capabilities, this will have a serious impact on the military power of our country. — Mikhail Khodarenok, military expert

He emphasized that the Iranian-Israeli conflict showed how formidable weapons are operational-tactical ballistic missiles, even in conventional configuration. And "Oreshnik" "is a head above" all OTRKs due to its unique characteristics, Khodarenok concluded.

Russia first used new missiles in a non-nuclear version in November 2024. The designated target was hit.

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Sources
TASS

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