(THE GIST OF PIB) Pechora Missile System

(JANUARY-2026)

Pechora Missile System

Bengaluru-based defence equipment manufacturer Alpha Design Technologies Ltd (ADTL) has completed a major upgrade of the ’s (IAF) Pechora, a surface-toair missile (SAM) system, in line with the Centre’s push for modernising ageing military hardware through indigenous capability.

About Pechora Missile System:

The Pechora, officially known as the S-125 Neva/Pechora, is a Soviet-origin, medium-range surface-to-air missile (SAM) system designed to intercept low- to medium-altitude targets.

Features:

The system consists of a radar-guided missile launcher and a fire control unit, typically employing the V-600 missile.
It uses the 4R90 Yatagan radar, equipped with five parabolic antennas, to detect, track, and lock onto targets.
It is particularly effective against slow-moving or low-flying targets, making it well-suited for countering drones and cruise missiles.
It can operate independently or as part of a larger, integrated air defence network, and is capable of functioning even in environments with heavy electronic jamming.
Range: The Pechora system has an operational firing range of up to 30–35.4 km.
Altitude: It can engage targets flying at altitudes from as low as 20 meters up to 20–25 km, making it versatile for both low and medium-altitude threats.
Detection: The system’s radar can detect targets up to 100 km away, providing early warning and engagement capability.