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Ukraine's low-cost Patriot alternative gains two-mode seeker
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Ukraine's domestically developed air defence system, positioned as a cheaper rival to the American Patriot, has been fitted with a two-mode seeker, according to Defence Blog. The dual-mode seeker is expected to improve target tracking and interception reliability. The development draws attention as Ukraine continues expanding indigenous missile production to counter Russian air attacks at lower cost.
Why now: New reporting on a technical upgrade to Ukraine's homegrown air defence system amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Evidence
- Russia's air defenses can't protect all its strategic sites once Ukraine's ballistic missiles are ready, expert says · Euromaidan Press
- Ukraine’s cheap Patriot rival now has a two-mode seeker · The Defence Blog
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