The new Russian operational-tactical missile system (OTRK) "Iskander-1000" is capable of increasing the range of use from 500 to 1000 km by increasing the volume of solid fuel by 10–15% and using more energy-intensive octogen. Thanks to the new power plant, the missile is capable of maneuvering with acceleration up to 30 g, according to Army Recognition.
Journalists noted that the new missile will be able to accelerate to 3100 m/s, which is significantly higher than the 2100 m/s of the previous 9M723-1/K5 model. This speed is comparable to the hypersonic missile "Kinzhal".
The flight of the "Iskander-1000" follows a quasi-ballistic trajectory, reaching a maximum altitude of 120–130 km. This greatly complicates its interception, since modern air defense systems (air defense) are poorly adapted to combat missiles at such altitudes.
The missile also demonstrates exceptional maneuverability both at the initial and final stages of flight. The "Iskander-1000" uses tail rudders and aerodynamic stabilizers, which allow the missile to maneuver with acceleration up to 25–30 g. This allows the OTRK to hit remote and strategically important objects inaccessible to previous modifications.
During launch, the missile reaches a speed of 1600–1900 m/s in the stratosphere, which is almost 5 times the speed of sound. When it enters the troposphere, its speed decreases to about 1400–1600 m/s.
Western media stated that Russia may soon launch the Iskander-1000 OTRK into mass production.
Earlier www1.ru reported that elusive Geran-2 kamikaze drones have been equipped with a high-powered warhead.
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