Iran deploys new 9-Dey air defense missile system to counter US and Israeli aerial threats
"The Iranian defense forces are ready to deploy their latest generation of air defense systems, including the 9-Dey, a new type of surface-to-air missile that uses the same 6x6 chassis as the Iranian-made Sevom Khordad road-mobile long-range high-altitude defense missile system. This system is fitted with a new missile launcher equipped with two blocks of four containerized missiles ready to fire. The future deployment of the 9-Dey comes amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel."
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"Technically, the 9-Dey is a short-range air defense missile system optimized for engaging low-flying targets. It has an effective range of 5 to 30 kilometers and a flight ceiling of 20 kilometers, allowing it to engage a wide range of threats from varying distances and altitudes. Its radar systems are reportedly capable of detecting and engaging multiple aerial threats simultaneously, providing robust early warning and interception capabilities. The system's integration with existing defense systems, such as the Khordad-15, enables a layered defense strategy that enhances the overall resilience and effectiveness of Iran's air defense network. This air defense system is based on the same 6x6 military truck chassis as the Sevom Khordad, an Iranian road-mobile long-range high-altitude defense missile system.
The 9-Dey system differs notably from the Sevom Khordad in its missile launcher configuration. While the Sevom Khordad features a bank of three missiles ready to fire, the 9-Dey employs a unique design consisting of two blocks, each equipped with four containerized missiles. This results in a total of eight missiles ready for deployment, providing enhanced firepower and capacity for sustained operations. Additionally, the 9-Dey system integrates an S-band detection radar mounted at the front of the missile weapon station, improving its target acquisition and engagement capabilities. This configuration enhances the system’s ability to respond rapidly and effectively to various aerial threats.
A key feature of the 9-Dey mobile air defense system is its use of the same radar technology as the Sevom Khordad, mounted at the front of the vehicle. The Sevom Khordad air defense system, a critical component of Iran's integrated air defense network, features a sophisticated S-band phased array radar mounted at the front of the vehicle. This radar is specifically designed for target detection and tracking, providing critical data for missile guidance against various aerial threats, including aircraft, drones, and missiles.
Operating within the 2 to 4 GHz frequency range, the S-band radar offers a detection range of up to 150 kilometers (approximately 93 miles) and is capable of simultaneously tracking multiple targets. This capability is crucial for the system's effectiveness in engaging targets at medium to long ranges and high altitudes. The radar's phased array technology allows for electronic beam steering, enhancing its speed and accuracy in target acquisition and its ability to resist electronic jamming and countermeasures."
