American electronic portal 19FortyFive says that the Russian “S-500” (Promety) air defense system is one of the most complex and capable systems in Russian air defense.
He added that the “S-500” with enormous capability will play a very important role in Russia’s air defense system and missile shield.
The portal said there were no detailed details for this Russian system, and according to information reported by the media, the “S-500” has two types of long-range missiles, “40H6M” and 77H6, as well as a large number of long-range missiles. advanced radar, each dedicated to detecting and escorting certain types of air targets.
According to the electronic portal, the operating range of the system reaches up to 600 km. The height at which the targets reach up to 200 km.
Prometaei can intercept stealth aircraft, ballistic missiles, hypersonic missiles, and even satellites in low Earth orbit.
The portal explained that “Prometi” will not replace any legacy system, but will instead work to perform tasks that the “S-400” or “A-135” strategic system cannot do.
According to the portal, first the S-500 will be delivered to the Air Defense and Missile Defense District in Moscow and its suburbs. After meeting the needs of Russia’s army, it will import the system to other countries, knowing that India and Turkey are showing interest.
Source: Rossiyskaya Gazeta
Source: Arabic RT
