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The new generation ballistic missile Agni-Prime was successfully flight-tested by the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) along with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha
Agni Prime Ballistic Missile
It is a two-stage canisterised missile (Canisterisation of missiles reduces the time required to launch the missile while improving its storage and mobility.)
It is the sixth variant of the Agni series missiles (under IGMDP - Integrated Guided Missile Development Program).
With multiple independently targetable re-entry vehicles, the missile is capable of delivering a number of warheads at separate locations at a distance of 1,000 - 2,000 km.
The 10.5 metre tall missile with a diameter of 1.2 metre can carry warheads up to 1.5 tonne.
It can perform high maneuvers while homing in on targets.
It has a dual redundant navigation and guidance system.
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