Akash Prime
Akash Prime
Surface-to-Air Missiles
Basic Information
Name
Akash Prime
Designation
Akash Prime
Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Surface-to-Air Missiles
Manufacturer
Bharat Dynamics Limited
Date of Introduction
2026
Description
The Akash Prime is an advanced version of the Akash medium-range surface-to-air missile being developed to meet the requirements of the Indian Armed Forces. The new variant was announced in late 2019 and is expected to achieve initial operational capability (IOC) in the early 2020s. The Akash Prime features an improved seeker, improved range, 360-degree engagement capability and high altitude/low temperature operation capability.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Surface-to-Air Missiles
Status
Under Development
Origin
India
Contractor
Bharat Dynamics Limited
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2026
First Flight
September 27, 2021
Total Production
?
Variants
Variant 1
Akash
Variant 2
Akash-NG
Variant 3
Akash Prime
Details
Country of Origin
India
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a002020
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Operators (1)
India
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