India has successfully test-fired the Agni-4 ballistic missile, marking a significant advancement in its missile capabilities.
About the Agni-4 ballistic missile:
- Type: Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile
- Previous Name: Agni-II Prime
Missile Specifications:
- Range: Up to 4,000 kilometres
- Length: 20 meters
- Payload Capacity: 1,000 kg
- Launch Method: Road-mobile launcher
- Capabilities: Can strike targets across nearly all of mainland China if launched from northeastern India.
Development and Significance:
- Developer: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- Series: Agni missiles represent a significant part of India’s strategic nuclear capabilities.
- Current Status: Agni-4 is part of a series of Agni missiles, which includes Agni-5, reflecting ongoing advancements in missile technology.
About Agni Missiles:
- Conception: Part of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) initiated by DRDO in the 1980s.
- Type: Surface-to-surface ballistic missiles.
- Range: From medium to intercontinental range.
- Fuel: Solid propellant.
- Role: Core component of India’s nuclear launch capability.
- Latest Development: Agni Prime is the newest missile in the series.
Other Missiles Developed under IGMDP:
- Prithvi: Short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile.
- Trishul: Short-range low-level surface-to-air missile.
- Akash: Medium-range surface-to-air missile.
- Nag: Third-generation anti-tank missile.
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Frequently Asked Question:
What is the range of the Agni-4 ballistic missile?
The Agni-4 missile has a range of up to 4,000 kilometers.
Who developed the Agni-4 missile?
The Agni-4 missile was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India.
What is the launch method of the Agni-4 missile?
The Agni-4 is launched from a road-mobile launcher.
What payload capacity does the Agni-4 missile have?
The Agni-4 missile can carry a payload of up to 1,000 kilograms.
What is the significance of the Agni-4 missile for India?
The Agni-4 missile enhances India’s strategic capabilities, particularly its ability to target areas across China.