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world12 days ago•5 min saved

Ukraine Unveils Hidden Details of Russia’s Zircon Hypersonic Missile

Ukraine’s Defense Intelligence (HUR) reveals new details on Russia’s 3M22 Zircon: originally an anti-ship weapon now adapted for Bastion-M coastal launchers, it uses a two-stage solid‑fuel propulsion with inertial guidance and a final active radar seeker, carries a ~120 kg warhead (smaller than the Banderol), and relies on foreign-made components including the Baget-83 onboard computer; Russia claims Mach 9 but HUR cites a peak around Mach 6.8 that cannot be sustained, highlighting the missile’s manufacture and deployment context amid ongoing air-defense supply concerns.

via Kyiv Post|

#hur #hypersonic #russia

militaryconflict2 years ago•2 min saved

"Russia's First Use of Hypersonic Zircon Missile in Ukraine: Expert Analysis"

Experts believe that Russia has fired a Zircon hypersonic cruise missile for the first time in Ukraine, with evidence found from a recent attack. The missile, part of Russia's hypersonic program, can reach speeds of up to 6,000 mph and is touted as "invincible" by Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, analysis by researchers at the Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise suggests that the missile may not meet the tactical and technical characteristics claimed by Russia.

via Business Insider|

#hypersonic #military-technology #militaryconflict

militaryinternational-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

"Russia's First Use of Hypersonic Zircon Missile in Ukraine Confirmed"

Russia reportedly used a hypersonic "Zircon" missile in an air raid on Kyiv, Ukraine, for the first time, according to a Ukrainian research institute's preliminary analysis. The missile, which was aimed at a non-military area, poses a new threat to Ukraine's air defense systems and challenges Western capabilities. The Zircon missile, with a range of up to 1,000 kilometers and nine times the speed of sound, was originally designed for sea launch but a ground-launched version was later developed. Ukrainian officials are awaiting further expert analysis, while Western allies continue to support Ukraine's air defense efforts in response to Russia's aggression.

via Newsweek|

#air-defense #kyiv #militaryinternational-relations

militaryconflict2 years ago•1 min saved

"Russia Deploys Zircon Hypersonic Missile in Ukraine Conflict: Day 720 Update"

Researchers in Kyiv claim that Russia used the hypersonic Zircon missile in an attack on Kyiv on Feb. 7, marking the weapon's first use in the Ukraine conflict. The missile, which travels at nine times the speed of sound and has a range of 1,000 km, poses a significant challenge to Ukraine's air defenses. The Russian defense ministry has not yet responded to the claim. If confirmed, the use of the Zircon missile could complicate Ukraine's defense efforts amid uncertainty over future Western military aid.

via Reuters.com|

#air-defense #military-technology #militaryconflict