BrahMos Missile
Type: missile
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: India / Russia
Manufacturer: BrahMos Aerospace
Overview
Indo-Russian supersonic cruise missile providing Philippines with advanced anti-ship capability deterring Chinese maritime aggression. Philippines procured BrahMos coastal defense system from India becoming first export customer delivered 2022. Features Mach 2.8-3 speed complicating interception, 290 km range, sea-skimming profile, 300 kg warhead, mobile launchers. Designed for anti-ship missions threatening Chinese vessels operating near Philippines territorial waters. Represents Philippines most capable weapon system providing credible deterrence despite overall military inferiority. Indian willingness to export enabled acquisition at favorable terms including training and support. Symbolizes Philippines determination for asymmetric capabilities offsetting Chinese advantages. However, limited numbers and single battery restrict coverage requiring careful positioning. Critical for defending strategic areas including approaches to Philippines bases potentially hosting US forces. Demonstrates Indian defense export emergence and Philippines procurement diversification.
Technical Specifications
| Range | 290 km (export version) |
|---|---|
| Speed | Mach 2.8 |
| Length | 8.4 m |
| Weight | 3,000 kg |
| Warhead | 200 kg semi-armour-piercing |
| Diameter | 0.67 m |
| Guidance | INS + active radar seeker |
| Launch platforms | Ships, submarines, aircraft, land |
Operators
- Philippines
- India
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