GS 3 – Defence
- Introduction
- Overview of BrahMos NG
- Development of BrahMos Next Generation (NG) missile
- Expected production commencement by 2027-28
- First flight tests scheduled for next year
- Designed to enhance the capabilities of its predecessor
- Key Features of BrahMos NG
- Range: Retains an effective range of 290 km
- Compact and Lightweight:
- Weighs approximately 1.6 tonnes (older version weighs 3 tonnes)
- Measures 6 metres in length (older version was 9 metres long)
- Advanced Technologies:
- Reduced radar cross-section for stealth
- Homemade seeker with AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) radar technology
- Compatibility and Deployment
- Multi-Platform Integration:
- Compatible with Russian Sukhoi-30MKI fighter jets and the indigenous Tejas Light Combat Aircraft
- Versatility:
- Compact design allows deployment across a variety of military assets, providing operational flexibility
- International Interest and Export Deals
- Philippines: First international buyer, successfully receiving three BrahMos missile batteries
- Indonesia: Ongoing export negotiations valued at USD 450 million, making Indonesia the second foreign buyer after the Philippines
- Technological Advancements and Future Prospects
- Stealth and Versatility:
- Improved stealth features for better evasion of detection
- Enhanced performance against electronic countermeasures
- Platform Flexibility:
- Can be launched from various platforms, including torpedo tubes and vertical launch systems
- Future Prospects:
- BrahMos NG is expected to play a key role in India’s defense strategy due to its advanced features and adaptability