Arman (missile system)

The Arman missile system (full name: Arman long-range anti-ballistic missile system) is an anti-ballistic defense system built by the Iranian Ministry of Defense and the support of the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Arman system (beside Azarakhsh short-range air defense system
TypeLong-range anti-ballistic missile system
Place of originIran
Production history
DesignerAerospace Industries Organization of the Ministry of Defense of the Islamic Republic of Iran
ManufacturerIran
Unit costNot Mentioned
Produced17 February 2024 (Unveiled date)
Specifications
Mass1000 kg

Maximum speed Mach 4.5 – 5.1

Features

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The features of this system include:

  • The ability to detect targets within 180 kilometers
  • The ability to track targets up to a distance of 160 km
  • The time it takes for this system to be ready for battle is less than 3 minutes
  • A Maximum target detection of up to 24 targets
  • The ability to cover 360 degrees and engage simultaneously with 6 different targets
  • The Arman system has the potential to engage directly with various types of cruise missiles, and drones, as well as the ability to engage with short-range ballistic missiles.[1][2][3][4]

There are two versions of the Iranian defense system, each equipped with different radars. One version utilizes a passive radar carrier, while the other model features an active radar. The Arman system employs Sayad-3F missiles. The introduction of this defense system in Iran aims to enhance the air defense capabilities of the Islamic Republic. The unveiling ceremony for the Arman defense system took place on February 17, 2024, with the presence of Iranian Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Qaraei Ashtiani, the Minister of Defense and Armed Forces Support.[5][6][7][8][9][10]

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