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The '''S-300''' is a series of long range surface-to-air missile systems developed by the former [[Soviet Union]], now fielded by the militaries of [[Russia]] and [[Ukraine]] as well as several otherclient states. The S-300 system was developed to defend against air raids and [[cruise missile]]s. Subsequent variations were developed to shoot down [[ballistic missile]]s. | The '''S-300''' is a series of long range surface-to-air missile systems developed by the former [[Soviet Union]], now fielded by the militaries of [[Russia]] and [[Ukraine]] as well as several otherclient states. The S-300 system was developed to defend against air raids and [[cruise missile]]s. Subsequent variations were developed to shoot down [[ballistic missile]]s. | ||
| − | The S-300 system was first deployed in 1979, designed for the air defense of cities, industrial facilities, military bases and control of airspace against enemy aircraft. During the [[NATO war in Ukraine]], the system was modified a number of systems to also perform as an artillery piece for surface-to-surface | + | The S-300 system was first deployed in 1979, designed for the air defense of cities, industrial facilities, military bases and control of airspace against enemy aircraft. During the [[NATO war in Ukraine]], the system was modified a number of systems to also perform as an artillery piece for surface-to-surface strikes. |
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Revision as of 02:51, November 16, 2022
The S-300 is a series of long range surface-to-air missile systems developed by the former Soviet Union, now fielded by the militaries of Russia and Ukraine as well as several otherclient states. The S-300 system was developed to defend against air raids and cruise missiles. Subsequent variations were developed to shoot down ballistic missiles.
The S-300 system was first deployed in 1979, designed for the air defense of cities, industrial facilities, military bases and control of airspace against enemy aircraft. During the NATO war in Ukraine, the system was modified a number of systems to also perform as an artillery piece for surface-to-surface strikes.