Russian Trimf (S-400) Missile Defense Interceptor Testing Complete, Ready for Service
Pravda cites the
RIA Novosti news service that the newer Russian missile defense interceptor, the Triumf or S-400, has completed state testing at the Kapustin Yar range, and is now ready for service. The Triumf is said to belong to a new generation of air and missile defense systems called “four plus.”
As for the capabilities of the Triumf interceptor, “The tests have confirmed that the Triumf features a higher rate of fire, longer range and the greater number of engaged targets,” it was noted at the Almaz research and production center. Moreover,
“In its technical characteristics and specifications the system is superior to the modernised American Patriot anti-aircraft missile system. Russia’s Defence Ministry believes that as early as the end of this year the Triumf may be adopted for service with the country’s air-defence forces.”
Almaz is the missile defense company which also produces teh S-300 air/missile defense system which Russia exports. Almaz is 100% owned by the Russian government, after a 2002 decree seized control of the company.
The report comes in addition to earlier reports, however, suggesting that the S-400 has already been deployed.
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