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British Intel: Russia likely adapts K-300 coastal system to launch Zircon missiles

If its use is confirmed, it would present “a significant challenge to Ukrainian air defense due to its speed and maneuverability,” according to the British Defense Ministry.
byMaria Tril
14/02/2024
2 minute read
russian frigate admiral gorshkov tests fires zircon missile barents sea
Russian frigate Admiral Gorshkov fires a Zircon missile at a White Sea target position, from the Barents Sea. Credit: Russian Ministry of Defense,
British Intel: Russia likely adapts K-300 coastal system to launch Zircon missiles
Russian forces likely used the land-based K-300 coastal defense system to launch the Tsirkon hypersonic missile in the attack on Ukraine on 7 February, the UK Defense Ministry reported on 14 January. According to the British Defense Ministry, confirming its use would present “a significant challenge to Ukrainian air defense due to its speed and maneuverability.” The Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise has confirmed Russia’s deployment of the 3M22 Zircon anti-ship missile in Ukraine in a massive missile attack on cities across Ukraine on 7 February, which resulted in five deaths and over 40 injuries. Oleksandr Ruvin, the institute’s director, said
that the investigation into the Russian missiles used in the attack has led to identifying specific components and markings characteristic of the Zircon missile. According to Ruvin, the 3M22 marking on parts and fragments, along with identifying nodes and details peculiar to this type of weapon, substantiates the claim of its use. The Zircon missile is reportedly capable of traveling on 9 March up to an effective firing range of 1,000 km and was initially developed for use by the Russian Navy. However, the UK intel said the absence of vessels known to carry the missiles in the Black Sea raises questions about the launch method. The ministry reported that the Russian land-based K-300 coastal defense system has likely been adapted for this purpose.
“If its use is confirmed, this would present a significant challenge to Ukrainian air defense due to its speed and maneuverability,” the British Defense Ministry reported.
The UK ministry added that the Russians are likely testing a newly operational weapon system in a live conflict environment to provide assurance and demonstrate capability. Read also:

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