Ukraine has received a new batch of PAC-3 missiles for Patriot from Germany, the Ministry of Defense reported, writes UNN.
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"Following the Ramstein format meeting, Ukraine received a new batch of PAC-3 missiles for the Patriot anti-aircraft missile defense system from Germany," the Ministry of Defense reported.
"PAC-3 for Patriot are already in Ukraine. These missiles shoot down 'Kinzhal', 'Iskander' and 'Zircon' missiles," the Ministry of Defense added.
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As noted, Germany handed over a new batch of interceptor missiles that will enhance defense capabilities against ballistic and hypersonic missiles.
The Ministry of Defense named the main features of PAC-3:
- destroys the target with a direct kinetic strike (hit-to-kill);
- speed up to 6170 km/h;
- range - up to 45 km, interception altitude - up to 12 km;
- active homing, does not require constant target illumination;
- a Patriot system with PAC-3 can destroy up to 16 targets without reloading.
"Strengthening sky defense is a key task of Ukraine's War Plan. The goal is to identify 100% of threats and intercept at least 95% of missiles and drones," the Ministry of Defense emphasized.