What is the Ice Breaker Missile?

June 5, 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is considering the acquisition of Israel's advanced air-launched cruise missile, the 'Ice Breaker.'

About Ice Breaker Missile:

  • It is a long-range, autonomous, precision-guided weapon system.
  • It was developed by Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
  • Compatible with multiple air and ground platforms, it offers significant flexibility in operational deployment.
  • It is suitable for jet fighters, light attack aircraft, and helicopters as well as small maritime vessels and ground vehicles.
  • Features:
    • It's about 4 meters long, weighs less than 400 kg, and can hit targets up to 300 km away at high subsonic speeds, carrying a 250 lb warhead.
    • It uses an incredibly advanced electro-optical seeker that can "see" in all weather conditions.
    • It is loaded with artificial intelligence that helps it recognize targets and ensures it only engages hostile ones.
    • It flies incredibly low, hugging the terrain or skimming the waves, and its design makes it very hard to detect. This 'Very Low Observable' (VLO) capability gives it a significant edge in getting to its target unnoticed.
    • It is remarkably compact and lightweight – under 400 kg.
    • It can work in a synchronized attack with multiple missiles.
    • It can function autonomously or in a man-in-the-loop mode.

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