Akash (missile)

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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1. What is the system classification?Medium-range mobile surface-to-air missile (SAM) system
2. What is the primary developer?Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), India
3. What is the Akash missile and what does it do?The Akash missile is a medium‑range air‑defence missile made in India. It can fly up to 45 km and shoot down enemy planes, cruise missiles and other aircraft.
4. How many targets can an Akash battery track and shoot at the same time?The radar can watch up to 64 targets. The battery can fire missiles at up to 12 targets at once.

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