The S-400 Triumf Air Defense System

 Russian: C-400 Триумф; NATO reporting name: SA-21 Growler

                                                  


The **S-400 Triumf** is an advanced mobile surface-to-air missile (SAM) system developed by Russia. Originally designated as the **S-300 PMU-3**, it entered service in 2007 as a successor to the S-300 series.


Notable Operators

- Russia  

- India  

- Turkey  

- China  



The system has been a significant export product for Russia, despite geopolitical controversies surrounding its sales.  


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- Engagement Range

  - 400 km (against aircraft)  

  - 60 km (ballistic missiles)  

  - 30 km (stealth targets like F-35)  

Speed: Can intercept targets traveling up to **Mach 14** (17,000 km/h)  

- Radar Systems:

  - 91N6E Panoramic Radar (600 km detection range)  

  - **96L6E** Acquisition Radar (300 km)  

  - **92N6E** Fire Control Radar  



- Missile Types:



  - **40N6E** (400 km range)  

  - **48N6E3** (250 km)  

  - **9M96E2** (120 km)  

  - **9M96E** (40 km)  


Global Operators & Controversies

| Country | Units Ordered | Delivery Status |  

|---------|--------------|----------------|  

| Russia | 56 battalions | Active service since 2007 |  

| China | 6 battalions | Delivered (2018) |  

| India | 5 battalions | Partially delivered (2021-2023) |  

| Turkey | 2 battalions | Delivered (2019, caused NATO tensions) |  






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