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Russia Pechora Defense Passes Test Against Cruise Missiles

July 15, 2005 :: Interfax :: News

The Russian Pechora 2-M surface-to-air missile has completed its field testing, reports Interfax-AVN. The Pechora 2-M is an upgraded version of the older S-125 (SA-3) system, largely designed to appeal to the export market. Notably, the Pechora features an increased capability against cruise missiles, as witnessed in 2003 when the missile was tested against the medium-range Strizh-2 and the low-altitude Strizh-3 target missiles. According to a statement by Russia’s Oboronitelnyye Sistemy company, the Pechora 2-M is now “ready for series production as a complete set in the interests of the Russian Defense Ministry and foreign customers.” The report specifies that over 70 missiles were launched during the test period, each allegedly hitting its target. (Article)

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