The new small missile ship "Amur" Project 22800 code "Karakurt" was accepted into the Russian Navy in Kaspiysk. The ship is equipped with "Caliber-NK" cruise missiles, writes Army Recognition.
"Amur" belongs to a series of small missile ships designed to provide significant firepower. These ships are optimized for coastal defense and offensive operations, with an emphasis on the use of advanced cruise missile technologies.
As of August 2024, 12 ships of this class have been put into operation in the Russian Navy, and the remaining ships are under construction. As Army Recognition writes, Russia continues to strengthen its naval forces amid growing geopolitical tensions. The small size and versatility of the Project 22800 ships allow them to be used from the Baltic to the Black Sea and even in the Arctic regions.
The "Caliber-NK" cruise missile system, which the new ship carries, is a formidable weapon in Russia's naval arsenal. "Caliber-NK" is a shipborne version of the "Caliber" family of missiles, capable of hitting both ground and sea targets with high precision.
These missiles are known for their long range and accuracy. The versatility of the "Caliber-NK" makes it a critical component of Russia's strategy for projecting power beyond its borders, especially in contested regions such as the Eastern Mediterranean, where the Russian naval presence is growing.
About the "Caliber" Project
The "Caliber" project is a family of Russian cruise missiles (NATO codification Sizzler). The missiles are developed and manufactured at the Novator Design Bureau. The main operator of the missiles is Russia, and they are also used by Vietnam, Iran, India, China, and Algeria.
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Another "Caliber" Carrier: "Amur" Missile Carrier Accepted into the Navy
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