Iran ships “hundreds” of missiles to Russia

Iran has reportedly sent more than 200 Fath-360 ballistic missiles to Russia in what Kyiv officials said marks a “serious escalation” of Tehran’s support for Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine


FATH-360: Tactical surface-to-surface ballistic missile

Length: 5.2m 

Weight: 787kg

Warhead: 150kg high explosive

Range: 120km 

Flight speed
Up to Mach 4

Accuracy
Probable deviation from target of less than 30m

Guidance
Combination of satellite and inertial navigation

Propulsion
Solid-fuel engine – allows for rapid deployment and quick launch times


Launch platform 
Missiles fired from wheeled truck disguised as ordinary civilian vehicle

Cover used to conceal launcher

Trajectory: Missile is relatively small and manoeuvrable, making it harder for air defence systems to intercept

Mobility: System can be quickly repositioned after firing, enhancing its survivability in combat scenarios

Launch tubes
Six, four or two canisters


What targets could Russia strike using Fath-360 missiles?

Ukrainian infrastructure and cities close to Russian border, such as Kharkiv and Sumy

Troop positions and military targets along front line, including around strategic eastern city of Pokrovsk


Sources: Army Recognition, Financial Times
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