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India.com
11 hours ago
- Politics
- India.com
Pakistan, China in tension as India is developing this superweapon, faster, deadlier, stealthier than...., capable of...
Pakistan, China in tension as India is developing this superweapon, faster, deadlier, stealthier than… capable of… India is surrounded by enemies, and the recent conflict with Pakistan and the ongoing cold war with China have also raised an alarm that the country needs to strengthen its defence forces. India, which showcased its air prowess during Operation Sindoor, is now focusing on strengthening its naval power in view of the Dragon's growing influence in the Indian Ocean. The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is working on a hypersonic missile for the Indian Navy. The K-6 hypersonic missile will be specifically designed for submarine launch, and the good news is that its trials are expected very soon. K-6 Hypersonic Ballistic Missile The hypersonic missile is a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM). It is equipped with high-tech engine, capable of surpassing the BrahMos cruise missile. With this hypersonic missile will place India in the club of powerful countries such as US, Russia, China, France and UK. Capable of carrying conventional and nuclear weapons, the K-6 missile will give the Indian Navy an edge over China and Pakistan. K-6 Hypersonic Missile: Super Speed And Unmatched Precision As per the Indian Defence Wing, a former BrahMos project scientist stated that K-6 SLBM's speed is its power which ensures that makes it undetectable on radars. It can be launched from submarines and can reach a speed of 7.5 Mach (approx 9,261 KMPH). Karachi's location near India's maritime border makes it a vulnerable strategic target. A successful attack on this major Pakistani economic centre could severely damage the country's economy. Extended Strike Range A former BrahMos scientist claims India's K-6 submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) has an 8,000-km range. It can reach any marine part of Pakistan. This follows previous tests of the K-3, K-4, and K-5 SLBMs, with the K-4 and K-5 already in service. The K-6, when deployed, will significantly enhance India's ballistic missile capabilities alongside the Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). Brahmos Brahmos is jointly developed by India and Russia. Known for its precision, Brahmos is one of the fastest cruise missiles in the world. It can reach a speed of Mach 2.8–3.0 with a 290–500 km range. Because of its accuracy, the cruise missile is used to strike crucial targets such as radar stations and bunkers. The missile is impossible to intercept because of its low radar cross-section.
News18
a day ago
- Politics
- News18
K-6 Hypersonic Missile: A Faster, Deadlier, Stealthier Superweapon For The Indian Navy
Last Updated: The K-6 SLBM is under development at DRDO's Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad, designed specifically for the advanced S-5 class nuclear-powered submarines As regional tensions rise, India is strengthening its naval power to counter China's growing influence in the Indian Ocean. Major investments are underway in aircraft carriers, stealth frigates, and submarines. DRDO is developing the K-6 hypersonic missile for submarine launch, with trials expected soon. The K-6 hypersonic ballistic missile, a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM), is poised to enhance India's naval arsenal. With capabilities surpassing the BrahMos cruise missile, the K-6 will place India alongside major global powers like the United States, Russia, China, France, and the UK. The hypersonic missile, which can carry both conventional and nuclear warheads, will be a formidable asset for the Indian Navy. Indian Defense Research Wing, citing a former BrahMos project scientist, has revealed key details about the K-6 hypersonic ballistic missile. He shared that the K-6 SLBM can be launched from submarines and can target enemies at a speed of 7.5 Mach (approximately 9,261 kilometres per hour). This speed ensures that adversaries have minimal time to react. Given its proximity to India's maritime border, Pakistan's economic hub, Karachi, could be a strategic target, potentially crippling Pakistan's economy in a single strike. K-6 To Extend Strike Range To 8,000 Kilometres According to a former scientist associated with the BrahMos project, the K-6 missile boasts an impressive range of 8,000 kilometres, covering the entirety of Pakistan. India has previously tested the K-3 (1,000 to 2,000 km range), K-4 (3,500 km range), and K-5 (5,000 to 6,000 km range) SLBMs, with the K-4 and K-5 already inducted into the Navy. Once operational, the K-6, combined with the Agni-5 ICBM, will form a formidable ballistic missile arsenal for India. Specially Designed For S-5 SSBN Submarines The K-6 SLBM is being developed at DRDO's Advanced Naval Systems Laboratory in Hyderabad, specifically for deployment on the more advanced S-5 class SSBN submarines. Larger than the Arihant, the S-5 will be 12 metres long, 2 metres wide, and capable of carrying two to three tonnes of warheads. The K-6 missile's Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) capability further enhances its lethality. First Published: June 26, 2025, 11:05 IST
