Another Trial of Agni IV Next Week

[IND151]

After a successful user trial of Prithvi-II ballistic missile culminating its on-going strategic training exercise by Strategic Forces Command (SFC), the DRDO is readying to carry out the third developmental trial of nuclear capable Agni-IV missile from a defence base off the Odisha coast next week.

Earlier, it was planned to be test-fired in December. Defence sources said the test would be conducted from the Wheeler Island either on January 18 or 19. This test is significant as its success would pave the way for its user associate tests from next year in a bid to induct the missile in the Armed Forces.

The indigenously built 4,000-km range surface-to-surface intermediate range ballistic missile (IRBM), first of its kind in the world in terms of technology, has many unique features and can also defend anti-ballistic defence systems.

Preparation is on in full swing at the test facility from where the missile would be launched. “The missile components are being integrated and the range is being readied for the test. As both first and second trials of the missile in 2011 and 2012 were flawless, this time we too hope to get a copybook success,” said a defence official. The Agni-IV weighs less compared to its sibling Agni-III which has a strike range of around 3,000 km. While Agni-III weighs about 46 tonnes, Agni-IV is only 17 tonne.

The two missiles have separate identities and will complement each other when required during the time of crisis. Though it is said that the Agni-IV is a modified version of the Agni-II Prime strategic missile whose first test ended in failure, DRDO during the maiden test of Agni-IV claimed that there was no missile as Agni-II Prime and it was basically Agni-IV.

However, this missile can carry warhead upto one tonne with re-entry heat shield. The two-stage solid propelled missile is 20 metre tall. While Agni-III is launched from rail mobile launcher, Agni-IV can be fired from both rail and road mobile launchers, which gives it more flexibility and wide range of operational success. A scientist said Agni-IV would bridge the gap between Agni-III and Agni-V. It is designed to increase the kill efficiency along with a higher range of performance. The missile is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies that include indigenously developed ring laser gyro and composite rocket motor.

Compared to the Pershing missile of the US in terms of technology, the Agni-IV has many cutting-edge technologies which can meet global standards. The DRDO is planning to induct the missile by end of next year.

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[RPK]

already posted

 

[IND151]

AGNI-IV, the 4000 kms range Nuclear Capable ballistic missile was successfully launched today at 1052 hrs today, i.e. 20th January 2014, from the Wheeler Island off the coast of Odisha. This was the third consecutively successful trial and the last one in the series of development launches.
The missile took off majestically, rose to a height of over 850 km, covered the intended range in about 20 minutes, and hit the target with two digit accuracy; meeting all mission objectives and proving the capabilities of the missile.
The AGNI-IV missile, propelled by composite solid fuel rocket motor technology, was launched from its road mobile launcher indigenously developed by DRDO. The long range radars and Electro-Optical Tracking Systems (EOTS) located all along the coast have tracked and monitored all the parameters throughout the flight. Two ships located near the target point tracked the vehicle and witnessed the final event. Hon'ble Defence Minister, Shri AK Antony congratulated the DRDO Chief and his team on the success.
“The event is of greater significance since the system was tested in its deliverable configuration with the active participation of SFC personnel. The missile is now ready for induction and its serial production will now begin” said Shri Avinash Chander, SA to RM, Secretary Dept of Defence R&D, and DG DRDO, who commanded the launch sequence. He congratulated all the team members from DRDO and SFC. ‘Today’s launch takes India’s level of deterrence and its preparedness and effectiveness to newer heights. Seen together with recent momentous events: the second launch of Agni 5, operational clearance of Tejas Light Combat Aircraft, achieving the criticality of nuclear rector of India’s first nuclear powered submarine ‘Arihant’, completion of development phase of underwater launched missile BO5 and development of Mark II version of Arjun main battle tank, it also reflects the high maturity level of India’s capabilities in design development and leading to production, contemporary weapons and platforms for strengthening its deterrence and defence capabilities”, stated Shri Avinash Chander.
Agni 4 is equipped with state of the art Avionics, 5th-generation on board computer and distributed architecture. It has the latest features to correct and guide itself for inflight disturbances. The most accurate Ring Laser Gyro based Inertial Navigation System (RINS) and supported by highly reliable redundant Micro Navigation System (MINGS), ensured the vehicle reach the target within two digit accuracy. The re-entry heat shield withstood temperatures in the range of 4000 degree centigrade and made sure the avionics function normally with inside temperature remaining less than 50 degree centigrade.
Agni 1, 2, 3 and Prithvi are already in the arsenal of armed forces, giving them reach of over 3000 km, giving India an effective deterrence capability.
Dr V.G. Sekaran, DS & DG (MSS) reviewed the launch activities and guided the team. Smt Tessy Thomas, Project Director AGNI-IV led the team of scientists during the operation. Dr DN Reddy, Chairman, RAC, Shri S Sundaresh, DS and DG ACE & CCR&D (SI&PC), Shri Sibnath Som, Director DRDL, Dr Jayaraman, Director ASL, Shri MVKV Prasad, Director ITR, Dr Manmohan Singh, Directior VRDE, Dr Manjeet Singh, Director TBRL witnessed the launch. Shri Jugal Kishore Mohapatra, Chief Secretary and Shri Vipin Saxena, Principal Home Secretary, Odisha also witnessed the launch.

Broadsword: Agni-4 missiles lands less than 100 metres away from target at 4000 kilometres

 

[GoodBoy]

It looks like a 6000 kms range missile ie ICBM.

DRDO making a fool of aam admi