8. Russia's Zircon Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile
The Zircon hypersonic cruise missile marks a radical development in anti-ship warfare capacity. Designed for both marine and coastal defence uses, this complex missile system shows extraordinary performance qualities. The missile keeps good operation in all kinds of weather and reaches speeds of up to Mach 9. By means of scramjet technology, its advanced propulsion system allows continuous hypersonic flight over its mission profile. Combining several targeting systems in the Zircon's advanced guiding system guarantees great accuracy against both stationary and moving targets. Development of the weapon has entailed thorough testing of heat-resistant materials and creative design ideas to keep stability at very high speeds. Its deployment has greatly improved Russia's navy battle capacity and proved the potency of hypersonic anti-ship weapons.
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