The Indian Air Force is gearing up to test the Rudram-3 missile shortly, employing the formidable Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet for the trial. Experts anticipate that the missile could be fully integrated into the IAF's Su-30MKI fleet by the last quarter of the current year.
The Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jet is a marvel of engineering excellence, ranked among the top ten deadliest fighter jets worldwide. It spans 72 feet in length and has a wingspan of 48.3 feet. Standing at 20.10 feet high, this combat machine tips the scales at 18,400 kilograms, boasting a top speed of 2,120 km/h.
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The Su-30MKI's flight range is an impressive 3,000 kilometers, extendable up to 8,000 kilometers with mid-air refueling. It is capable of soaring to altitudes up to 57,000 feet. The integration of the Rudram-3 missile is expected to significantly amplify the combat capabilities of both the fighter jet and the air force.
Discover the might of the Rudram missile series—anti-radiation missiles designed to engage ground targets from the air. Developed by the DRDO, the Rudram-3 is a penetration-cum-blast missile intended for ground attacks, from bunker busting to demolishing structures. This missile boasts an operational range of up to 600 kilometers.
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The Rudram-1 and Rudram-2 missiles have already completed their testing phases successfully. The forthcoming Rudram-3 is expected to be a 1.6-ton projectile, capable of ascending to an altitude of 11 kilometers. With speeds exceeding Mach 5 or 6,174 km/h, this missile promises to be a formidable addition to India's arsenal.
