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DRDO LR AShM hits perfect score in Phase II as India pushes Mach 10 anti ship defense
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Published on 2 May 2026
Phase II success flips the script with Mach 10 speed
DRDO has successfully completed a Phase-II flight test of its Long-Range Anti-Ship Missile (LR-AShM) from off the Odisha coast, reporting a perfect score. The missile targets long-range maritime threats with hypersonic capabilities, reaching Mach 10 speed and using glide vehicle technology, aimed at strengthening India’s anti-ship deterrence and fleet protection.
- DRDO reports a perfect score in LR-AShM Phase-II testing
- Missile is designed for long-range anti-ship strikes from sea targets
- Hypersonic performance includes Mach 10 speed and glide vehicle tech
- Test conducted from a launch facility off Odisha coast
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