Russia Unveils S-500 Prometheus: The New Era of Air Defense
Posted: 12 Aug 2024, 13:11
Russia has publicly showcased its latest anti-aircraft missile system, the S-500 Prometheus, at the International Military-Technical Forum Army-2024 in Kubinka, near Moscow.
First Public Appearance
This marks the first public appearance of the advanced system, which is expected to significantly bolster Russia's air defense capabilities, according to Tech.
The S-500 Prometheus has been in development for several years, with its production beginning in August 2021. According to Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu, the Russian military will start receiving the S-500 systems within this year.
The S-500 is designed to detect and neutralize a wide range of threats, including fifth-generation aircraft, ballistic missiles, hypersonic weapons, and low-orbit satellites. Its advanced radar technology allows it to engage targets at distances of up to 600 kilometers and altitudes as high as 200 kilometers.