Models of Russian S-300 anti-aircraft missile systems (SAM) were unexpectedly spotted at the Resolute Hunter 26-1 exercises of the US Marine Corps in Nevada. The footage appeared online.
The photographs show that we are talking about a radar station (radar) and a launcher of the complex. The purpose of the system models is still unknown.
It is likely that in this way, fighters can regulate the operation of active-passive radar homing heads of promising five-Mach AGM-88G AARGM-ER anti-radar missiles.
About the S-300 air defense system
The air defense system was developed within the walls of NPO Almaz (part of the Almaz-Antey Concern). From 1967 to 2005, more than 10 different modifications of the S-300 were produced. Depending on the version, the range of target engagement varies from 5 to 150 km. At the same time, the complexes can strike targets moving at a speed of 1300–2800 m/s.
The S-300 air defense system consists of a command post with a radar, to which up to six air defense systems are connected. It serves for automated distribution of targets between launchers. The system automatically performs detection, tracking, targeting and target acquisition, missile guidance and assessment of firing results.