Agni-V
India2018 - Present
The Agni-V is India's longest-range ballistic missile, capable of striking targets 5,500+ km away. In 2024, it became India's first MIRV-capable missile with Mission Divyastra, placing all of China within range.
Primary Specifications
Range
6500 km
Intercontinental range capability
Speed
Mach 24
High-speed reentry vehicle
Propulsion
Solid-fueled, Three-stage
Three-stage solid propellant
Weight
50000 kg
Road-mobile and canister launched
Payload
1100 kg
Strategic payload capacity
Primary Guidance
Ring laser gyro INS
Quick Summary
What it is?
A road-mobile intercontinental-range ballistic missile
Who uses it?
Indian Strategic Forces Command
Role
Strategic nuclear deterrent against China
What's different?
India's first MIRV missile - can carry 3-6 warheads to hit targets 5,500+ km away, covering all of China including Beijing
Why it matters?
Provides India credible nuclear deterrence against China, balancing the Sino-Indian strategic relationship.
Real-World Impact
1
China Coverage
Can strike any target in China including Beijing and Shanghai from central India
2
MIRV Capability
Mission Divyastra (2024) demonstrated ability to deliver multiple warheads to separate targets
3
Road Mobile
Canister-launched from truck makes it hard to locate and destroy
4
Rapid Launch
Solid fuel and canister launch reduce preparation time to minutes
Additional Features
Secondary Systems
Micro navigation system
Special
Canister-launched
FAQs
1. What does 'Agni' mean?
Agni means 'Fire' in Sanskrit. The Agni missile series is named after the Hindu god of fire.2. Is Agni-V an ICBM?
3. What is Mission Divyastra?
4. How many warheads can it carry?
5. What's next after Agni-V?
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