As per the recent reports, India and Russia have finalized the cost of the five additional S-400 surface-to-air missile (SAM) systems, with the price subject to annual escalation based on the 2018 cost.
S-400 is a Russian-made, long-range, mobile surface-to-air missile (SAM) system, widely regarded as one of the most advanced air defense platforms in the world. It is capable of detecting, tracking, and engaging a wide range of aerial threats, including fighter aircraft, ballistic and cruise missiles, as well as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
S-400 system, which was also used in India’s Operation Sindoor, is equipped with multifunctional radars, automated command posts, various missile types, and truck-mounted mobile launchers, allowing for rapid deployment and high operational flexibility.