Surface to surface missiles refer to a category of guided missiles specifically designed to be launched from one surface platform, such as land or sea, with the intention of striking targets on another surface platform. These missiles are typically equipped with propulsion systems, guidance systems, and warheads, and are capable of achieving a variety of objectives, ranging from precision strikes on military targets to delivering heavy payloads and causing widespread destruction.
The propulsion systems of surface to surface missiles allow them to achieve high velocities and cover vast distances. They can be powered by various methods, including solid fuel rockets or liquid propulsion systems. The navigation and guidance systems of these missiles enable them to be steered accurately towards their intended targets, using a combination of inertial guidance, GPS positioning, and radar or other sensor inputs.
Surface to surface missiles are often equipped with warheads that can carry conventional explosives, chemical agents, or even nuclear payloads, depending on the intended purpose and capabilities of the missile. The warheads can be designed to cause significant damage, destruction, or disruption upon impact, depending on the mission requirements.
These missiles play a vital role in modern warfare, offering a means to project force over considerable distances, conduct preemptive strikes, deter adversaries, and exert control in the battlefield. Surface to surface missiles provide military commanders with a potent tool to target enemy installations, infrastructure, military assets, or other high-value targets, with the aim of achieving operational objectives and maintaining tactical superiority.
