Vietnam, Philippines Shows Keen Interest in Akash-NG Missile System Amidst South China Sea Tensions

The advanced capabilities of India's newly tested Akash-NG (Next Generation) missile system have garnered significant attention from countries facing potential security threats. Nations in East Asia, particularly Vietnam and the Philippines, have expressed a keen interest in acquiring this cutting-edge air defense system.

This heightened interest is likely fueled by several factors. Firstly, both Vietnam and the Philippines are grappling with regional tensions and potential aggression from neighboring countries. The Akash-NG's impressive range, speed, and accuracy make it a compelling option for bolstering their defense capabilities.

Secondly, India's successful export of the older Akash-1S variant to Armenia serves as a testament to the system's effectiveness and reliability. This track record likely instills confidence in potential buyers, assuring them of the Akash-NG's potential to enhance their national security.

Furthermore, Armenia, having already deployed the Akash-1S, might consider the Akash-NG as a natural upgrade path. Their familiarity with the previous system could streamline the transition and training processes, making the Akash-NG an attractive option for modernizing their air defense infrastructure.

The Akash-NG's appeal extends beyond its technical specifications. India's growing reputation as a defense exporter, coupled with the system's competitive pricing, further enhances its attractiveness in the global arms market.

As regional tensions persist and the demand for advanced air defense systems rises, the Akash-NG is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the defense strategies of nations seeking to safeguard their airspace and protect their national interests. Its emergence as a sought-after defense solution underscores India's growing prominence in the global defense industry.

Key Advancements in the Akash-NG​

1. Reduced Weight: The Akash-NG incorporates a new, two-pulse, solid rocket motor, replacing the older ramjet design. This change results in a significant weight reduction of 350 kilograms, bringing the total weight down from 700 kg to 350 kg. This enhanced mobility allows for faster deployment and potentially lower operational costs.
2. Enhanced Range and Speed: Designed to counter modern aerial threats, the Akash-NG boasts an impressive range of up to 50 kilometers, effectively neutralizing high-speed, agile targets like fighter jets. Additionally, its advanced detection system has a range of 80 kilometers, enabling early identification of enemy aircraft and timely launch sequences.

 

[Pad UwU]

We can sell this thing too in Philippines sooner or later they will bomb by China if tension goes in critical

 

[The Presence]

Didn't Vietnam dich Akash and bought Barak-8 directly from Israel ?

 

[Anant]

Didn't Vietnam dich Akash and bought Barak-8 directly from Israel ?

Not exactly. They are considering the Barak 8, but if we can get the Akash NG going on time, we could present it as a cheaper alternative.

 

[Anant]

It would bear investigating whether the reduced size could allow for some form of canisterisation of the missile or having more missiles on each truck (as opposed to the 3 missiles per truck for the Akash).

If the system could be canisterised, then that make for easier management and camouflaging of the missile systems, which, in this era of loitering munitions, could be a major plus.

 

[beencensured]

Didn't Vietnam dich Akash and bought Barak-8 directly from Israel ?

Barak 8 was 70% Indian, but Israel managed to replace Indian components like dual pulse motor and sale it to others, but India dod not replace seeker and radar.

 

[charminar_waale_ismail_bhai]

It would bear investigating whether the reduced size could allow for some form of canisterisation of the missile or having more missiles on each truck (as opposed to the 3 missiles per truck for the Akash).

If the system could be canisterised, then that make for easier management and camouflaging of the missile systems, which, in this era of loitering munitions, could be a major plus.

Intresting idea.
Are canisterized SAM a thing?

 

[The Presence]

Barak 8 was 70% Indian, but Israel managed to replace Indian components like dual pulse motor and sale it to others, but India dod not replace seeker and radar.

Well we are doing the more or less the same thing with BrahMos.

 

[Anant]

Intresting idea.
Are canisterized SAM a thing?

Just look at any Russian or American SAM system. Having canisters or even launch tubes allows for easier management of the missiles, easier reloading, and helps with camouflaging the units better.

 

[The Presence]

It would bear investigating whether the reduced size could allow for some form of canisterisation of the missile or having more missiles on each truck (as opposed to the 3 missiles per truck for the Akash).

If the system could be canisterised, then that make for easier management and camouflaging of the missile systems, which, in this era of loitering munitions, could be a major plus.

Watch the Akash-NG launcher for IAF in DefExpo. It's canisterised and rotates 360°.
Although, IA demands a different launcher which is not revealed yet.

 

[The Presence]

Not exactly. They are considering the Barak 8, but if we can get the Akash NG going on time, we could present it as a cheaper alternative.

Now as I see it more closely, is Akash-NG even on the same league as Barak-8 ?
It's range makes it more akin to the SpyDer which the Vietnamese have already procured.

 

[Boomeranger]

We can sell this thing too in Philippines sooner or later they will bomb by China if tension goes in critical

Actually speaking, Trishul2 on BMP2 was a success in reality. But, IA looter Generals killed the program to purchase Barak from Israel which is now inferior to Trishul2 slightly...

 

[beencensured]

Well we are doing the more or less the same thing with BrahMos.

Nope, we have given plenty of commission to Russia and still do and after twenty years not a big deal. But it is the way as in love and war there are no rules. Military has never honored patent. Something strange behavior of exclusively addiction of extreme mental coolies/ semi-illiterate stupid that you find hundred of them on this forum that criticize all efforts Indian.

 

[Anant]

Now as I see it more closely, is Akash-NG even on the same league as Barak-8 ?
It's range makes it more akin to the SpyDer which the Vietnamese have already procured.

The Akash-NG and Barak 8 are contemporaries. The Akash NG has a maximum range of something between 70 and 80 km, with the Barak 8 having a maximum range of 70-ish km (for the baseline Barak 8).

The original Akash system was the SPYDER contemporary that you mentioned, since it had a range of 25-30 km to the SPYDER's 20-50 km.

 

[ASHOK CARROL]

AKASH NG the next follow on must be Akash medium range 80 to 100 kms.

 

[Anant]

AKASH NG the next follow on must be Akash medium range 80 to 100 kms.

Sir, we have the VL-SRSAM that can reach up to 80-90 km, with extended versions of the Barak 8 going up to 150 km, and finally the Project Kusha missiles which will go beyond that.

 

[Anant]

Actually speaking, Trishul2 on BMP2 was a success in reality. But, IA looter Generals killed the program to purchase Barak from Israel which is now inferior to Trishul2 slightly...

Um, wasn't the BMP-II chassis with the Trishul launcher deemed to be too heavy, and therefore not be mobile enough, as compared to the GSQRs? That said, we should have continued work on the Trishul, and start on the Barak 8 rather than buy the Barak 1 and SPYDER systems.

 

[Sandeep]

India needs to quickly develop this SAM as it has a longer range than the current Akash missiles that we use and this will be much cheaper than any foreign expensive imports. As it's a completely new solid motor rocket and reducing the weight it will make it more faster, agile and have the ability to quickly make turns etc.

This will also increase our chance of selling it to foreign friendly countries as well as there is a demand for these cheap, efficient and accurate missiles. Developing and using the Akash NG and VL-SRSAM in a combination with other integrated SAM defence systems like the S400, MR-SAM, Akash, Spyder, QRSAM will allow us to provide a variety and multiple overlapping air defence systems.

 

[The Presence]

The Akash-NG and Barak 8 are contemporaries. The Akash NG has a maximum range of something between 70 and 80 km, with the Barak 8 having a maximum range of 70-ish km (for the baseline Barak 8).

The original Akash system was the SPYDER contemporary that you mentioned, since it had a range of 25-30 km to the SPYDER's 20-50 km.

Akash-NG official slant range is 30 Km according to the latest DRDO brochure.
You could say it's 40 or even 50 Km, but 80 Km is a bit of a stretch.

 

[Shiva]

It is better, first to focus on possibility of making it using 3d printable technology just recently developed in ISRO.
this could be a significant shift as it helps in bulk preparation opportunities this wil enhance export possible further
also this could become a potential lethal solution for India against China