AGNI-4 MISSILE

AGNI 4

The Agni-4 is believed to be an upgraded version of the Agni-2 missile with an increased range. The Agni-2 has a range of 2,000 kg (more if the payload is reduced), whereas the Agni-4 has an expected range of 3,500 kg. It’s been reported that this increased range is the result of reduced weight or upgraded motors. Reports suggest that the Agni-4 can be fitted with a 20 or 45 kT nuclear warhead, or a 200 to 300 kT fusion warhead. It has been reported that the Agni-4 is a two-stage solid propellant system with a length of 20.0 m and a launch weight of 17,000 kg. The  first  test  launch failed in December 2010. A second missile was launched from a mobile launch system in November 2011, and it was successful.  Reports indicate that two to three more test flights are planned and initial production deliveries will begin in 2013.

• Origin                              :          India
• Class                                :         Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM)
• Length                             :         20.0 mts
• Launch Weight              :         17,000 kg
• Payload                           :         Single warhead, 800 kg
• Warhead                         :        Nuclear 20 or 45 kT, Fusion 200-300 kT
• Propulsion                      :        Two-stage solid propellant
• Range                              :        3,500 km