Hordad-15. New military-political tool for Iran
Iran has long demonstrated its ability to create promising air defense systems, and regularly presents new evidence of this. In early June, it became aware of the completion of development and testing, as well as the adoption of the new Hordad-15 air defense system. By that time, the first samples of the new equipment were handed over to the armed forces. Further deliveries will have to ensure the strengthening of Iran’s air defense.
Components of the "Hordad-15"
The Iranian-made new air defense missile system was shown on June 9 for the first time during a solemn ceremony with the participation of the command of the armed forces. The leadership of the military department revealed the fact of the existence of a new model, demonstrated the first copy of the complex, and also revealed the main tactical and technical characteristics. The announced data allows us to roughly represent the potential of the air defense system.
The complex was named "Hordad-15" or "15-e Hordad" - in memory of the suppressed performances against the Shah of 5 on June 1963 (15 on the 1342 chord on the Iranian calendar).
The project “Hordad-15” proposes the construction of a mobile self-propelled air defense system with all the necessary components. At the ceremony in early June showed self-propelled radar and a couple of launchers. Also demonstrated already known anti-aircraft missiles such as "Sayad-3" and "Bavar-373". It is curious that some of the components of the new air defense system had previously been used as part of other complexes. However, their combination in the form of a complex "Hordad-15" presented only a few weeks ago.
The new model air defense system is proposed for the organization of object air defense in important areas. Self-propelled components of the complex must quickly go to the specified position and make the deployment, which takes about 5 minutes. After this, the air defense system is able to monitor and search for targets, as well as to hit them. The Hordad-15 is assigned the task of dealing with aerodynamic targets of various types, including the barely noticeable.
The components of the Hordad-15 air defense system are mounted on a three-axle Iranian-made chassis, which allows for the quickest transfer of equipment on roads and simplifies operation. Three cars were shown in two versions - one radar and two launchers. It is also known about the existence of a separate machine with a command post.
Launchers and missiles of two types
The tasks of target detection are assigned to the Navid radar with a phased antenna array. The maximum detection range of air targets is declared at the level of 150 km. Defeat is provided at distances up to 120 km. When working on unobtrusive targets, these characteristics are reduced to 85 and 45 km, respectively. Detection altitude - up to 27 km. Radar "Navid" is also responsible for targeting missiles. It provides simultaneous attack to six goals.
Self-propelled launcher SAM “Hordad-15” is equipped with a lifting-swiveling device with attachments for four transport and launch containers with missiles. After the ammunition is consumed, the installation needs the help of a transport-loading vehicle, which is associated with large dimensions and a lot of TPC.
The key component of the Hordad-15 air defense system is the Sayad-3 rocket, first introduced about two years ago. This product is a further development of the older “Sayad-2” SAM, characterized by a greater range of fire. The increase in flight performance was obtained by increasing the size of the hull and installing a different solid-fuel engine. For Sayad-3, the maximum speed is declared at the level M = 4,5 ... 5, the range is about 120 km and the height of the target is up to 28-30 km. From the factory, the rocket is delivered in a sealed TPK compatible with various types of launchers.
It is noteworthy that the Sayad-3 SAM is not only used as part of the Hordad-15 air defense system. Tests of products of the Sayad family were carried out using the modified C-200 air defense system. Also, serial rockets were introduced in the Talash complex, presented a few years ago. Now long-range missiles "Sayad-3" are offered for use in the composition of the systems "Hordad-3" and "Hordad-15".
At the beginning of June, along with the Hordad-15 air defense system, long-range missile systems from the Bavar-373 complex were demonstrated. Probably, such a product can also be used with the new complex, expanding the range of combat missions to be solved.
It is not difficult to notice the main feature of the appearance of the newest Iranian air defense system. The system "Hordad-15" was created by combining already existing components borrowed from other projects. The number of newly developed products is small and they play a limited role. However, this approach also allowed us to get the desired results. According to official statements, the new air defense system shows high performance and should have a positive impact on Iranian air defense.
In early June, the Iranian Ministry of Defense announced the adoption of the Hordad-15 air defense system into service with the army. At the same time, detailed information on arming, mass production and introduction was not announced for reasons of secrecy. Perhaps this kind of data will appear later.
As follows from the available data, the new air defense system has so far launched rockets only as part of tests and, possibly, exercises. The situation is different with the Sayad-3 SAM. Not so long ago, the Iranian army in practice showed its ability to defeat a real goal. However, at the same time, the air defense system cost the older type.
SAM "Sayad-2" and launcher SAM "Talash"
June 20 The Iranian army successfully intercepted the US RQ-4 BAMS-D UAV over the Strait of Hormuz. The shooting was carried out by the Hordad-3 air defense system from the Aerospace Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The complex used the Zayad-3 missile defense system. The missile successfully hit the target and hit her. Thus, both the Hordad-3 and the Sayad-3 SAM systems successfully hit the target for the first time in a real-life operation.
The incident with the American UAV shows the potential of the Iranian anti-aircraft missile, which is the main ammunition of the newest air defense system "Hordad-15". The main conclusions about the use of the complex "Hordad-3" can be transferred to another new air defense system, unified with him on the rocket.
In recent decades, Iran seeks to improve its air defense - including through the development of its own air defense systems of different classes. The newest complex “Hordad-15” is the next step in this direction, capable of strengthening air defense in all directions and increasing the security of strategically important facilities.
The stated performance characteristics show that the Hordad-15 air defense system with the Sayad-3 and Bavar-373 missiles is quite successful and effective means of protection against air attack. He can quickly advance to the position and get ready for work, and then monitor the situation within a radius of 150 km and attack targets at ranges up to 120 km. Provided the opportunity to work in the echelon air defense.
It is argued that, due to technical innovations, the new type of air defense system is capable of fighting unobtrusive aerial targets, such as stealth planes or unmanned aerial vehicles. Such opportunities have already found partial confirmation in a recent incident with the American UAV.
The development of new air defense systems is directly related to the specific political situation in the Middle East. Iran confronts several states in its region and is at risk of a possible attack, as a result of which it needs means of defense against the enemy aviation. These needs are met by purchasing foreign equipment and developing our own designs.
Long-range air defense systems, similar to the newest “Hordad-15”, in this context turn out to be a serious military and political tool capable of influencing the plans of a potential enemy and protecting Iran from a possible attack. At the same time, “Hordad-15” is not the only one of its kind - the Iranian armed forces have a number of domestic and import air defense missile systems, which form a developed and rather powerful echeloned air defense system.
Thus, there is a very interesting situation. Using existing and new components, the Iranian industry has created its own next air defense system with high performance and combat capabilities. He has already been accepted into service and probably enters the army. As parts of the system “Hordad-15” are saturated, they will have an increasing influence on the potential of the Iranian air defense. This influence will be noticeable, but not decisive, since systems with similar capabilities are already in service.
However, the new complex "Hordad-15" will not be superfluous. With its help, Iran will be able to strengthen air defense in key areas and reduce possible risks. According to its characteristics, this air defense system noticeably lags behind the world leaders, but in its present form, it should become a convenient military-political tool capable of disturbing a potential enemy.
Components of the "Hordad-15"
Declassified ZRK
The Iranian-made new air defense missile system was shown on June 9 for the first time during a solemn ceremony with the participation of the command of the armed forces. The leadership of the military department revealed the fact of the existence of a new model, demonstrated the first copy of the complex, and also revealed the main tactical and technical characteristics. The announced data allows us to roughly represent the potential of the air defense system.
The complex was named "Hordad-15" or "15-e Hordad" - in memory of the suppressed performances against the Shah of 5 on June 1963 (15 on the 1342 chord on the Iranian calendar).
The project “Hordad-15” proposes the construction of a mobile self-propelled air defense system with all the necessary components. At the ceremony in early June showed self-propelled radar and a couple of launchers. Also demonstrated already known anti-aircraft missiles such as "Sayad-3" and "Bavar-373". It is curious that some of the components of the new air defense system had previously been used as part of other complexes. However, their combination in the form of a complex "Hordad-15" presented only a few weeks ago.
The new model air defense system is proposed for the organization of object air defense in important areas. Self-propelled components of the complex must quickly go to the specified position and make the deployment, which takes about 5 minutes. After this, the air defense system is able to monitor and search for targets, as well as to hit them. The Hordad-15 is assigned the task of dealing with aerodynamic targets of various types, including the barely noticeable.
Technical appearance
The components of the Hordad-15 air defense system are mounted on a three-axle Iranian-made chassis, which allows for the quickest transfer of equipment on roads and simplifies operation. Three cars were shown in two versions - one radar and two launchers. It is also known about the existence of a separate machine with a command post.
Launchers and missiles of two types
The tasks of target detection are assigned to the Navid radar with a phased antenna array. The maximum detection range of air targets is declared at the level of 150 km. Defeat is provided at distances up to 120 km. When working on unobtrusive targets, these characteristics are reduced to 85 and 45 km, respectively. Detection altitude - up to 27 km. Radar "Navid" is also responsible for targeting missiles. It provides simultaneous attack to six goals.
Self-propelled launcher SAM “Hordad-15” is equipped with a lifting-swiveling device with attachments for four transport and launch containers with missiles. After the ammunition is consumed, the installation needs the help of a transport-loading vehicle, which is associated with large dimensions and a lot of TPC.
The key component of the Hordad-15 air defense system is the Sayad-3 rocket, first introduced about two years ago. This product is a further development of the older “Sayad-2” SAM, characterized by a greater range of fire. The increase in flight performance was obtained by increasing the size of the hull and installing a different solid-fuel engine. For Sayad-3, the maximum speed is declared at the level M = 4,5 ... 5, the range is about 120 km and the height of the target is up to 28-30 km. From the factory, the rocket is delivered in a sealed TPK compatible with various types of launchers.
It is noteworthy that the Sayad-3 SAM is not only used as part of the Hordad-15 air defense system. Tests of products of the Sayad family were carried out using the modified C-200 air defense system. Also, serial rockets were introduced in the Talash complex, presented a few years ago. Now long-range missiles "Sayad-3" are offered for use in the composition of the systems "Hordad-3" and "Hordad-15".
At the beginning of June, along with the Hordad-15 air defense system, long-range missile systems from the Bavar-373 complex were demonstrated. Probably, such a product can also be used with the new complex, expanding the range of combat missions to be solved.
It is not difficult to notice the main feature of the appearance of the newest Iranian air defense system. The system "Hordad-15" was created by combining already existing components borrowed from other projects. The number of newly developed products is small and they play a limited role. However, this approach also allowed us to get the desired results. According to official statements, the new air defense system shows high performance and should have a positive impact on Iranian air defense.
In service and in battle
In early June, the Iranian Ministry of Defense announced the adoption of the Hordad-15 air defense system into service with the army. At the same time, detailed information on arming, mass production and introduction was not announced for reasons of secrecy. Perhaps this kind of data will appear later.
As follows from the available data, the new air defense system has so far launched rockets only as part of tests and, possibly, exercises. The situation is different with the Sayad-3 SAM. Not so long ago, the Iranian army in practice showed its ability to defeat a real goal. However, at the same time, the air defense system cost the older type.
SAM "Sayad-2" and launcher SAM "Talash"
June 20 The Iranian army successfully intercepted the US RQ-4 BAMS-D UAV over the Strait of Hormuz. The shooting was carried out by the Hordad-3 air defense system from the Aerospace Forces of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The complex used the Zayad-3 missile defense system. The missile successfully hit the target and hit her. Thus, both the Hordad-3 and the Sayad-3 SAM systems successfully hit the target for the first time in a real-life operation.
The incident with the American UAV shows the potential of the Iranian anti-aircraft missile, which is the main ammunition of the newest air defense system "Hordad-15". The main conclusions about the use of the complex "Hordad-3" can be transferred to another new air defense system, unified with him on the rocket.
Military-political tool
In recent decades, Iran seeks to improve its air defense - including through the development of its own air defense systems of different classes. The newest complex “Hordad-15” is the next step in this direction, capable of strengthening air defense in all directions and increasing the security of strategically important facilities.
The stated performance characteristics show that the Hordad-15 air defense system with the Sayad-3 and Bavar-373 missiles is quite successful and effective means of protection against air attack. He can quickly advance to the position and get ready for work, and then monitor the situation within a radius of 150 km and attack targets at ranges up to 120 km. Provided the opportunity to work in the echelon air defense.
It is argued that, due to technical innovations, the new type of air defense system is capable of fighting unobtrusive aerial targets, such as stealth planes or unmanned aerial vehicles. Such opportunities have already found partial confirmation in a recent incident with the American UAV.
The development of new air defense systems is directly related to the specific political situation in the Middle East. Iran confronts several states in its region and is at risk of a possible attack, as a result of which it needs means of defense against the enemy aviation. These needs are met by purchasing foreign equipment and developing our own designs.
Long-range air defense systems, similar to the newest “Hordad-15”, in this context turn out to be a serious military and political tool capable of influencing the plans of a potential enemy and protecting Iran from a possible attack. At the same time, “Hordad-15” is not the only one of its kind - the Iranian armed forces have a number of domestic and import air defense missile systems, which form a developed and rather powerful echeloned air defense system.
Thus, there is a very interesting situation. Using existing and new components, the Iranian industry has created its own next air defense system with high performance and combat capabilities. He has already been accepted into service and probably enters the army. As parts of the system “Hordad-15” are saturated, they will have an increasing influence on the potential of the Iranian air defense. This influence will be noticeable, but not decisive, since systems with similar capabilities are already in service.
However, the new complex "Hordad-15" will not be superfluous. With its help, Iran will be able to strengthen air defense in key areas and reduce possible risks. According to its characteristics, this air defense system noticeably lags behind the world leaders, but in its present form, it should become a convenient military-political tool capable of disturbing a potential enemy.
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