Pralay
India2023 - Present
Pralay is India's first quasi-ballistic tactical missile. A solid-fueled, road-mobile system with 150-500 km range, it provides rapid precision strikes against time-critical targets.
Primary Specifications
Range
500 km
Short-range ballistic strike
Speed
Mach 6
Quasi-ballistic trajectory
Propulsion
Solid Rocket
Single-stage solid motor
Weight
5000 kg
Mobile launcher deployed
Payload
500 kg
Tactical payload capacity
Primary Guidance
INS + DSMAC
Quick Summary
What it is?
A short-range quasi-ballistic surface-to-surface missile
Who uses it?
Indian Army
Role
Tactical strike against enemy air defenses, radars, and command centers
What's different?
India's answer to Chinese DF-12 - quasi-ballistic trajectory with maneuvering capability makes interception extremely difficult
Why it matters?
Gives India ability to neutralize enemy air defenses and command centers before major operations.
Real-World Impact
1
Defense Suppression
Destroys enemy air defense radars and SAM sites before aircraft attack
2
Rapid Strike
Solid fuel allows immediate launch against time-critical targets
3
Evasive Flight
Quasi-ballistic trajectory with maneuvers defeats missile defense
4
Precision Hit
Guidance system ensures accurate strikes on high-value targets
Additional Features
Secondary Systems
Terminal Guidance (DSMAC/MMW)Quasi-ballistic trajectory
Special
Quasi-ballistic maneuvers; tactical strike
FAQs
1. What does 'Pralay' mean?
Pralay means 'Destruction' or 'Apocalypse' in Sanskrit, reflecting its devastating strike capability.2. What is quasi-ballistic?
3. What is the range?
4. Can it carry nuclear warheads?
5. How does it compare to BrahMos?
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