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Iran's armed forces displayed a range of military equipment, including drones and long-range ballistic missiles, in a military parade on Wednesday, days after attacking Israel.
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Among the presented arsenal was the recently improved Bavar-373 long-range air defense system, mounted on the MZKT-8 8x791300 cargo chassis, designed and manufactured in Belarus. This modernized anti-aircraft missile system boasts the ability to engage air targets at a distance of more than 300 kilometers, including short-range ballistic missiles.
تلار تلار (TELAR) (برتابغر به همور رادار) سامانه پدافندی برد بلند باور 373 در رجه روز ارتش
So far, the radar of this system has not been seen clearly and up close, but in the images that have been published since the launch of the missile, the shadow of the radar has been seen and then censored again. pic.twitter.com/j3NJJP2EQ0
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It is a long-range mobile air defense system developed by Iran as a competitor to the latest version of the Russian S-300 air defense system. It was officially unveiled at a ceremony attended by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on August 22, 2019. An improved version of the system was introduced in 2022. Referring to information from the Iranian defense industry, the new version of the Bavar-373 has similar characteristics to the Russian S-400 air defense missile system. At the same time, it is claimed that it can intercept fifth-generation fighters, including the American F-35 stealth aircraft.
The Bavar-373 is an air defense missile system designed to detect and intercept incoming missiles, drones and aircraft at long distances and altitudes, and is designed to protect Iranian territory and strategic assets from air and missile attacks. An air defense system includes several components, including radar, optical sensors, and command and control systems to detect, track, and intercept targets.
The system is said to include several different assets and components, including TEL (transporter-installer) vehicles, the Meraj-4 road mobile early warning S-band 3D AESA (active electronically scanned array) radar, an intercept radar and a command post . The system may also include other means such as optical sensors, cameras, and data communication systems used to support target detection and tracking.
The Bavar-373 is capable of launching Iran's Sayyad-4B missile, which is an upgraded version of the Sayyad-4, a two-stage solid-fuel interceptor missile. The missile is designed to hit and intercept approaching air targets at a range of up to 300 km and at an altitude of up to 120 km.
The Sayyad-4B missile is reported to have an improved homing system, a new guidance and control system, and an improved warhead. These improvements are intended to increase the missile's range, accuracy and effectiveness against a wide range of targets, including cruise missiles, drones and aircraft.
The development of Iran's defense industry has greatly affected international cooperation and the impact of sanctions. Historically, Iran's defense sector relied heavily on imports from countries such as the United States and Western European countries prior to the 1979 Islamic Revolution. After the revolution, subsequent sanctions, particularly from the US, forced Iran to strive for independence in defense capabilities.
During the Iran-Iraq War in the 1980s, the need for a strong defense industry became more acute due to the military embargo imposed by many countries. This period marked the beginning of Iran's efforts to develop its own weapons and military technology. The country has established organizations such as the Defense Industries Organization (DIO) to oversee domestic production.
After the 1990s, Iran sought technical cooperation and weapons from Russia and China. This cooperation included the transfer of technology and expertise, particularly in areas such as missile technology and air defense systems. Acquiring technology from these countries has allowed Iran to develop systems such as the Bavar-373, which is similar to the Russian S-300 system.
