SAM Bavar-373 (Iran) - an analogue of the C-300?
Over the past few years, the Iranian industry has been developing a new Bavar-373 long-range anti-aircraft missile system. On Thursday 22 August, Iran marked the Day of Defense Industry, during which the first official display of the latest air defense systems in full was held. It is alleged that the Bavar-373 product surpasses some existing foreign air defense systems in its characteristics and is comparable to the most modern models.
The development of the Bavar-373 project was first announced in 2011, and by that time some components of the complex had been built, which were necessary for testing. The creation of a new air defense system was associated with the impossibility of obtaining Russian C-300 systems. It was decided to independently create the necessary long-range air defense systems.
Over the next few years, tests and refinement of the complex were carried out. At the same time, various information on the progress of the project and the assembly of certain products appeared in official and unofficial sources. From a certain time, the industry began to demonstrate the individual components of the complex. As a result, this made it possible to compose a complete picture and determine the technical appearance of the air defense systems.
On the eve of the Day of Defense Industry, Iranian television for the first time showed a complete set of Bavar-373 air defense systems. In addition, the Ministry of Defense indicated the readiness of the project for serial production and delivery of equipment to the troops.
22 August, a new sample formally presented to the public. During the festive events, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani made a curious statement. According to him, Bavar-373 is stronger than Russian-made S-300 air defense systems. In its characteristics, it is close to the newer C-400. However, the comparison methods were not specified.
Thus, the Bavar-373 project went through all the necessary stages and reached the adoption stage. In the foreseeable future, new air defense systems will have to enter the troops and complement the existing air defense systems.
Bavar-373 is a long-range air defense system for use in object-based air defense. The facilities of the complex are based on multi-axle automobile chassis, which provides quick transfer and deployment to positions. In this case, before starting work, some preparation is required. In terms of the general appearance and composition of the facilities, Bavar-373 is similar to other air defense systems of its class.
The new type of air defense system consists of two vehicles with radars for various purposes, a command post and several self-propelled launchers. The defeat of targets is carried out with the help of several types of missiles, including the latest Sayad-4, which provide maximum characteristics of the range and altitude of the defeat.
According to foreign data, radar detections from the Bavar-373 air defense system are capable of monitoring the situation at ranges up to 400-450 km and tracking up to hundreds of targets. Simultaneous firing at six targets using 12 missiles is provided. Apparently, the command post and radar from the anti-aircraft complex can work within the framework of a common control system and exchange data with other air defense systems or air defense systems.
A self-propelled launcher for air defense systems carries four transport and launch containers with missiles of various types. The rocket is launched vertically, “hot” way without the use of declination engines. The combat characteristics of the Bavar-373 depend on the type of missile used. So, the latest Sayad-4 missiles should hit targets at ranges of the order of 200 km and altitudes up to 27 km. It is possible to use other missiles with different characteristics.
With the help of compatible missiles, the Bavar-373 complex must hit aerodynamic and ballistic targets of various types. This SAM can attack planes and helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles of various types, as well as cruise and ballistic missiles of certain classes.
The Bavar-373 air defense system has high expectations. It is the first long-range anti-aircraft system created by Iran independently. The new class complex will have to complement existing systems of other types and significantly increase the potential of Iranian air defense. According to recent reports, the industry is ready to supply serial equipment to the army. Accordingly, the deployment of air defense systems will begin in the very near future.
First of all, the fact of the appearance of the Bavar-373 air defense system and its bringing to the series and operation is interesting. Iran has long been developing its own air defense systems, but so far has not had success in the field of long-range systems. In the past, it was planned to purchase foreign samples to resolve this issue, but the delivery was delayed for several years, and Iran had to launch its own project.
From the first announcement of the Bavar-373 air defense system to News About eight years passed on deliveries to the troops. During this time, Iranian enterprises completed the development of all the required components, as well as tested and refined. In the near future, the army will receive its first long-range air defense systems. Thus, despite the known difficulties, Iran continues to develop its air defense.
According to official data, the development of all components of the new air defense system was carried out independently and without the help of foreign countries. Probably, Iranian experts took into account foreign developments and achievements, but there is no question of a direct borrowing of technologies. Earlier, among other things, they received a refutation of the version of Russian participation. According to official figures, Iran did not contact our country about the purchase of modern air defense systems or the required technologies.
The level of the obtained characteristics can serve as evidence of the independent development of the Bavar-373 air defense system with the Sayad-4 missile system. According to the declared parameters, the Iranian complex is similar to the Russian C-300PMU2, created in the late nineties. Thus, repeating the Russian ideology of developing air defense systems, Iran is still two decades behind. At the same time, the Iranian president said that Bavar-373 is superior to C-300, although it did not provide any details and did not disclose methods of evaluation and comparison.
Whether Iranian industry will be able to narrow the gap is not known. At the same time, the country's leadership intends to continue the development of its weapons and equipment. The result of this in the future may be new models, the capabilities of which will be comparable with the modern developments of foreign countries.
Despite lagging behind the leading countries, Iran has secured an advantage over the states of its region. None of the countries in the Middle East can produce long-range air defense systems like the Bavar-373. Their armies have equipment of this class, but these systems were purchased from third countries. Own production is absent, due to which Iran is in a better position.
To date, Iran has been able to create a developed layered air defense system that covers the entire territory of the country. The armament consists of complexes of short, medium and long range. The latter category is currently represented by only four divisions of the Russian S-300PMU2 air defense systems, delivered several years ago. In the near future they will be strengthened by the technology of their own Iranian production.
The consequences of this are obvious. The deployment of the production of the Bavar-373 air defense system will allow continuing re-equipment without dependence on foreign suppliers and the international situation, as well as with optimal spending. In fact, now the plans for the development of long-range air defense systems depend only on the needs and capabilities of the Iranian army.
The appearance of the Bavar-373 product can also be considered in the context of the military-political situation in the region. Recently, relations between Iran and foreign countries have noticeably worsened, which leads to known risks. In such a situation, new high-performance air defense systems combined with other air defense systems may turn out to be the most important argument preventing the transition of disputes into a real collision.
In general, the latest news about the Bavar-373 project shows Iran’s desire and ability to create anti-aircraft missile systems of all major classes with sufficient tactical and technical characteristics. Iranian industry is lagging behind the leading countries of the world in this area, but all the necessary measures are being taken to narrow the gap and ensure the necessary level of development of air defense.
From design to products
The development of the Bavar-373 project was first announced in 2011, and by that time some components of the complex had been built, which were necessary for testing. The creation of a new air defense system was associated with the impossibility of obtaining Russian C-300 systems. It was decided to independently create the necessary long-range air defense systems.
Over the next few years, tests and refinement of the complex were carried out. At the same time, various information on the progress of the project and the assembly of certain products appeared in official and unofficial sources. From a certain time, the industry began to demonstrate the individual components of the complex. As a result, this made it possible to compose a complete picture and determine the technical appearance of the air defense systems.
On the eve of the Day of Defense Industry, Iranian television for the first time showed a complete set of Bavar-373 air defense systems. In addition, the Ministry of Defense indicated the readiness of the project for serial production and delivery of equipment to the troops.
22 August, a new sample formally presented to the public. During the festive events, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani made a curious statement. According to him, Bavar-373 is stronger than Russian-made S-300 air defense systems. In its characteristics, it is close to the newer C-400. However, the comparison methods were not specified.
Thus, the Bavar-373 project went through all the necessary stages and reached the adoption stage. In the foreseeable future, new air defense systems will have to enter the troops and complement the existing air defense systems.
Technical details
Bavar-373 is a long-range air defense system for use in object-based air defense. The facilities of the complex are based on multi-axle automobile chassis, which provides quick transfer and deployment to positions. In this case, before starting work, some preparation is required. In terms of the general appearance and composition of the facilities, Bavar-373 is similar to other air defense systems of its class.
The new type of air defense system consists of two vehicles with radars for various purposes, a command post and several self-propelled launchers. The defeat of targets is carried out with the help of several types of missiles, including the latest Sayad-4, which provide maximum characteristics of the range and altitude of the defeat.
According to foreign data, radar detections from the Bavar-373 air defense system are capable of monitoring the situation at ranges up to 400-450 km and tracking up to hundreds of targets. Simultaneous firing at six targets using 12 missiles is provided. Apparently, the command post and radar from the anti-aircraft complex can work within the framework of a common control system and exchange data with other air defense systems or air defense systems.
A self-propelled launcher for air defense systems carries four transport and launch containers with missiles of various types. The rocket is launched vertically, “hot” way without the use of declination engines. The combat characteristics of the Bavar-373 depend on the type of missile used. So, the latest Sayad-4 missiles should hit targets at ranges of the order of 200 km and altitudes up to 27 km. It is possible to use other missiles with different characteristics.
With the help of compatible missiles, the Bavar-373 complex must hit aerodynamic and ballistic targets of various types. This SAM can attack planes and helicopters, unmanned aerial vehicles of various types, as well as cruise and ballistic missiles of certain classes.
The Bavar-373 air defense system has high expectations. It is the first long-range anti-aircraft system created by Iran independently. The new class complex will have to complement existing systems of other types and significantly increase the potential of Iranian air defense. According to recent reports, the industry is ready to supply serial equipment to the army. Accordingly, the deployment of air defense systems will begin in the very near future.
Iranian achievement
First of all, the fact of the appearance of the Bavar-373 air defense system and its bringing to the series and operation is interesting. Iran has long been developing its own air defense systems, but so far has not had success in the field of long-range systems. In the past, it was planned to purchase foreign samples to resolve this issue, but the delivery was delayed for several years, and Iran had to launch its own project.
From the first announcement of the Bavar-373 air defense system to News About eight years passed on deliveries to the troops. During this time, Iranian enterprises completed the development of all the required components, as well as tested and refined. In the near future, the army will receive its first long-range air defense systems. Thus, despite the known difficulties, Iran continues to develop its air defense.
According to official data, the development of all components of the new air defense system was carried out independently and without the help of foreign countries. Probably, Iranian experts took into account foreign developments and achievements, but there is no question of a direct borrowing of technologies. Earlier, among other things, they received a refutation of the version of Russian participation. According to official figures, Iran did not contact our country about the purchase of modern air defense systems or the required technologies.
The level of the obtained characteristics can serve as evidence of the independent development of the Bavar-373 air defense system with the Sayad-4 missile system. According to the declared parameters, the Iranian complex is similar to the Russian C-300PMU2, created in the late nineties. Thus, repeating the Russian ideology of developing air defense systems, Iran is still two decades behind. At the same time, the Iranian president said that Bavar-373 is superior to C-300, although it did not provide any details and did not disclose methods of evaluation and comparison.
Whether Iranian industry will be able to narrow the gap is not known. At the same time, the country's leadership intends to continue the development of its weapons and equipment. The result of this in the future may be new models, the capabilities of which will be comparable with the modern developments of foreign countries.
Despite lagging behind the leading countries, Iran has secured an advantage over the states of its region. None of the countries in the Middle East can produce long-range air defense systems like the Bavar-373. Their armies have equipment of this class, but these systems were purchased from third countries. Own production is absent, due to which Iran is in a better position.
Air Defense Prospects
To date, Iran has been able to create a developed layered air defense system that covers the entire territory of the country. The armament consists of complexes of short, medium and long range. The latter category is currently represented by only four divisions of the Russian S-300PMU2 air defense systems, delivered several years ago. In the near future they will be strengthened by the technology of their own Iranian production.
The consequences of this are obvious. The deployment of the production of the Bavar-373 air defense system will allow continuing re-equipment without dependence on foreign suppliers and the international situation, as well as with optimal spending. In fact, now the plans for the development of long-range air defense systems depend only on the needs and capabilities of the Iranian army.
The appearance of the Bavar-373 product can also be considered in the context of the military-political situation in the region. Recently, relations between Iran and foreign countries have noticeably worsened, which leads to known risks. In such a situation, new high-performance air defense systems combined with other air defense systems may turn out to be the most important argument preventing the transition of disputes into a real collision.
In general, the latest news about the Bavar-373 project shows Iran’s desire and ability to create anti-aircraft missile systems of all major classes with sufficient tactical and technical characteristics. Iranian industry is lagging behind the leading countries of the world in this area, but all the necessary measures are being taken to narrow the gap and ensure the necessary level of development of air defense.
- Ryabov Kirill
- Press TV
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