This article is written by Major (r) Haroon Rasheed.
Today, India used Harop Drone to compromise, detect, and destroy the Pakistan Air Defense system and radar.
Let’s explain what Harop Drone is capable of
The Harop drone
Developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), is a loitering munition that combines the functions of both a drone and a missile. It is designed to hover over an area for extended periods and strike high-value targets with precision. This type of system, also known as a “suicide drone” or “kamikaze drone,” has become increasingly important in modern warfare.
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Key Features of the Harop Drone
Range: The Harop drone has a communications range of 200 kilometers, allowing operators to control it remotely within this distance. However, its operational range extends up to 1000 kilometers, which makes it ideal for deep-strike missions behind enemy lines.
Endurance: It can loiter in the air for up to 9 hours, making it possible to observe enemy activity over long periods before attacking.
Speed: The drone can fly at speeds of up to 225 knots (approximately 417 km/h), enabling it to reach targets quickly.
Payload: It is equipped with a 23-kilogram high-explosive warhead and advanced sensors, including electro-optical and infrared systems. It also features anti-radar homing capabilities, making it especially effective against radar and air-defense systems.
Guidance and Control: The Harop can be operated in “man-in-the-loop” mode, meaning that a human operator can identify and approve targets in real time. Alternatively, it can autonomously detect and strike targets using onboard sensors.
Launch Platforms: The drone can be launched from various platforms such as ground-based vehicles, naval ships, or aircraft, providing tactical flexibility.
Mission Purpose: The Harop is primarily designed for Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD). It can effectively destroy radar systems, mobile missile launchers, and command centers, weakening an adversary’s ability to defend itself.
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Operational Use and Global Impact
The Harop has seen action in several conflicts, most notably in the Nagorno-Karabakh war between Armenia and Azerbaijan, and in Syria. Its effectiveness in neutralizing high-value military assets has made it a preferred choice for countries investing in next-generation warfare capabilities.
As warfare continues to evolve, the Harop drone stands out as a symbol of the growing importance of loitering munitions, combining intelligence, surveillance, and lethal force in a single, efficient platform.
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This article is written by Major (r) Haroon Rasheed.
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