Russia may soon unveil a ground-based version of the Zircon hypersonic missile.
Military expert Vasily Dandykin believes that Russia's main weapon systems, such as the Zircon and Iskander, have been significantly upgraded in terms of range and penetration capabilities.
After four years of implementing special military operations, Russia's arsenal has seen significant advances in technology and combat effectiveness. According to military expert Vasily Dandykin, a former Russian Navy Colonel, key weapon systems are continuously being modernized to meet the practical demands of the battlefield.
Improved range and combat effectiveness.
Mr. Dandykin emphasized that the range of tactical ballistic missile systems like the Iskander has been significantly improved based on real-world battlefield data. This upgrade extends beyond missiles to the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Current UAVs have larger payloads, higher speeds, and greater maneuverability, creating continuous pressure on the enemy.
Prospects for a ground-based version of the Zircon missile.
The Kinzhal and Zircon hypersonic missiles are considered weapons of great accuracy and destructive power, having proven effective from their initial versions. Currently, Zircon is primarily deployed on naval platforms of the Russian Navy. However, expert Dandykin predicts a new turning point in the deployment of this weapon.
"It is very likely that a land-based version of the Zircon missile will soon appear. However, in essence, it will still be a sea-launched missile. The enemy will have almost no chance of shooting it down from that position," Dandykin told Lenta.ru. Putting the Zircon on mobile land-based launchers would diversify combat methods and increase the element of surprise in attacks.
In recent reports, the Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed the coordinated use of various long-range precision weapons, including Kinzhal hypersonic missiles and suicide drones, to target enemy military-industrial complexes and energy and logistics support facilities. These attacks demonstrate the effective integration of modern weaponry into the overall operational strategy of the Russian military.
