MilitaryCrotale NG
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Crotale NG (Nouvelle Génération) is a short-range, all-weather air defense system designed to intercept various aerial threats including aircraft, helicopters, and cruise missiles. It utilizes the VT-1 missile, capable of Mach 3.5 speed, and features advanced radar and electro-optical tracking for multi-target engagement.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | France |
| Manufacturer | Thales |
| Introduced | 1995 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 4,321 km/h |
| Range | 11 km |
| Crew | 2 |
History
Developed in France by Thales in 1995, it is an upgraded version of the original Crotale system, offering enhanced performance and capabilities.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | — | confirmed |
| France | (SAM Short-range) | confirmed |
| Egypt | — | confirmed |
| Ukraine | 4 | confirmed |
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