Will Smash a Train to Splinters: The Missile Launched by the Iskander OTRK Cannot Be Intercepted

Missile systems are on combat duty around the clock

The Iskander operational-tactical missile systems (OTRK), which are in service with the Russian Armed Forces, inflict precise "dagger" strikes on the enemy. None of the existing air defense systems will intercept its missiles.

Transport-loading vehicle of the Iskander-M complex
Transport-loading vehicle of the Iskander-M complex

What objects does the Iskander-M strike:

  • опорные и командные пункты
  • склады с горюче-смазочными материалами
  • склады с оружием
  • железнодорожные и автомобильные развязки
  • скопления военной техники

The Iskander OTRK crews are on round-the-clock combat duty in any weather. From the moment the combat mission is received until the missile launch, only a few minutes pass.

The complex works effectively both from lowlands and from forest plantations. The Iskander's arsenal includes both ballistic and cruise missiles, which create false electronic interference on approach to the target. The missile can fly up to 500 km and smash a train to smithereens.
«Красная звезда»

It is also impossible to detect the launch of a cruise missile, since they can fly at extremely low altitudes, bypassing even difficult terrain. After firing, the self-propelled launcher leaves the starting position, moving to a disguised location.

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