Agni-P
India2024 - Present
The Agni-P (Agni Prime) is India's newest medium-range ballistic missile. Smaller and lighter than predecessors, it offers improved accuracy, faster deployment, and canister-based road mobility.
Primary Specifications
Range
2000 km
Medium-range precision strike
Speed
Mach 15
Hypersonic glide capability
Propulsion
2-Stage Solid
Two-stage solid canisterized
Weight
11000 kg
Compact for rapid deployment
Payload
1000 kg
Maneuverable warhead payload
Primary Guidance
Dual Redundant INS
Quick Summary
What it is?
A canisterized medium-range ballistic missile
Who uses it?
Indian Strategic Forces Command
Role
Nuclear-capable medium-range deterrent
What's different?
Half the weight of Agni-III with same range (1,000-2,000 km) - road-mobile canister launch for rapid deployment
Why it matters?
Provides India with a more flexible, modern nuclear delivery system for regional deterrence against Pakistan and China.
Real-World Impact
1
Rapid Deployment
Canisterized missile can be launched quickly from any location
2
Precision Strike
Advanced guidance provides greater accuracy than older Agni variants
3
Compact Design
Smaller size allows more missiles per transport vehicle
4
Regional Coverage
Range covers all of Pakistan and strategic areas of China
Additional Features
Secondary Systems
Dual Redundant Navigation
Special
Next-Gen Medium Range Ballistic Missile
FAQs
1. Why is it called 'Prime'?
Agni-P represents a new generation of compact, modern Agni missiles with advanced features - hence 'Prime' or next-generation.2. What is the range?
3. How is it different from Agni-II?
4. Can it carry multiple warheads?
5. When will it be operational?
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