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K-4 SLBM

Missile Systemconfirmed

Indian intermediate-range submarine-launched ballistic missile with a range of about 3,500 km, carried by the Arihant-class submarines. It gives India's sea-based deterrent a credible second-strike range.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginIndia
ManufacturerBharat Dynamics Limited / DRDO
Introduced2024
StatusIn service
Range3,500

History

Developed to replace the short-range K-15. Entered service in August 2024 aboard the Arihant class.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
IndiaCapacity of 8 missiles on Arihant-class submarines (September 2024)estimated

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