Paveh
Iran2020 - Present
Long-range cruise missile with improved guidance
Primary Specifications
Range
1650 km
Extended cruise missile range
Speed
Mach 0.8
High subsonic cruise
Propulsion
Turbojet
Indigenous jet engine claimed
Weight
1600 kg
Modern cruise missile weight
Payload
300 kg
Penetrating warhead
Primary Guidance
INS + GPS/GLONASS
Quick Summary
What it is?
An improved cruise missile demonstrating Iranian advancement in guidance systems
Who uses it?
IRGC Aerospace Force
Role
Precision strike, Strategic attack
What's different?
Improved guidance and indigenous components over Soumar
Why it matters?
Shows Iranian progress in cruise missile technology
Real-World Impact
1
April 2024 Attack
Included in mass strike on Israel
2
Proxy Transfer
Technology potentially shared with Houthis
3
Military Bases
Designed to strike airbases and ports
4
Oil Infrastructure
Potential threat to Gulf oil facilities
Additional Features
Secondary Systems
Terminal imaging
Special
Improved over Soumar
FAQs
1. Is the engine really indigenous?
Claims disputed; may still use foreign components2. How accurate is it?
3. Can it be shot down?
4. Was it effective in combat?
5. What targets is it designed for?
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