Agni-P (Prime)

Agni-P (Prime)

Type: Ballistic Missile (ICBM)

Domain: land

Country of Origin: India

Manufacturer: DRDO

Overview

India's next-generation medium-range ballistic missile, representing a complete technological leap over previous Agni variants. Agni-P (Prime) features a canisterised configuration for rapid deployment, solid-fuel two-stage propulsion, range of 1,000-2,000 km, MIRV capability (multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles), manoeuvring re-entry vehicle (MaRV) technology for terminal phase evasion of missile defences, and composite motor casing for reduced weight. The missile is road-mobile on an 8-axle transporter-erector-launcher for strategic survivability. Guidance combines ring laser gyroscope INS with satellite navigation for accuracy within 10 metres CEP. Agni-P represents India's transition to a new generation of missiles with greater accuracy, flexibility, and survivability. Successfully tested multiple times including from a canister. Expected to enter service in the mid-2020s, eventually replacing the Agni-I and Agni-II. The canisterised design enables significantly faster reaction time compared to earlier Agni missiles.

Technical Specifications

typeCanisterized Medium-Range Ballistic Missile
range1,000–2,000 km
launchRoad-mobile TEL, canisterized
guidanceINS + GPS with MIRV capability
propulsion2-stage solid fuel

Operators

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