Name	Astra MK 1
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Country of origin	India (DRDO)
Range	80 -110 km
Altitude	up to 20 km
Length	3840 mm
Diameter	178 mm
Mass	154 kg
Flight Duration	100 – 120 Sec
Warhead	HE Pre Fragmented
Max Speed	Mach 4.5
Propulsion	Solid Rocket Motor
Detonation Mechanism	Radar proximity Fuse
Guidance	Inertial, mid-course update and terminal active radar homing (13 km)
Launch platform	Su-30 MKI, LCA-TEJAS, TEJAS MK1A
Service period	2017-Present
Description	Astra is an indigenously developed beyond-visual-range all weather air-to-air missile system by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in India. It’s designed to engage and destroy enemy aircraft at long distances, exceeding 110 kilometers. Astra can fly at speeds exceeding Mach 4.5 and is equipped with an active radar seeker, allowing it to accurately target and lock onto enemy planes even in challenging conditions. The missile incorporates advanced technologies like thrust vector control for enhanced maneuverability. Astra is integrated with various Indian fighter aircraft, including the Sukhoi Su-30MKI, Mirage 2000, and Tejas, significantly enhancing their combat capabilities. The development of Astra showcases India’s growing self-reliance in defense technology and provides the Indian Air Force with a crucial advantage in modern aerial warfare.
Website	https://bdl-india.in/astra

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