Agni-Prime Missile Fired from Rail-Based Launcher
Why in the news
DRDO and the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) successfully fired the Agni-Prime intermediate range ballistic missile in realistic operational conditions.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Missile | Agni-Prime, next-generation IRBM |
| Range | Up to 2,000 km |
| Platform | First-ever rail-based mobile launcher |
| Result | All mission objectives met; path tracked by several ground stations |
| Upgrades | Compact, lighter, better guidance, accuracy and survivability |
Launcher traits
- Built for fast deployment.
- Allows low-visibility operations.
- Gives cross-country mobility.
Exam angle
- IRBM = Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile.
- Agency pair: DRDO with SFC.
- Novelty: first launch from a rail-based mobile launcher.