Ukraine's domestically produced missiles are capable of reaching Moscow.

(CLO) Ukraine has developed a low-cost cruise missile called Trembita, capable of flying at low altitudes to evade missile defense systems. An improved version of this missile could achieve a longer range, even reaching Moscow, according to The Economist.

Trembita is a new cruise missile developed by Ukraine, capable of flying at low altitudes to evade Russian air defense systems. The missile is built on older German technology from World War II, using the first pulse jet engine applied in the German V-1 bomb.

The Economist reported that Trembita's engine was very inexpensive, costing around $200, and the engine casing was described as "crude but ready."

The Trembita missile can fly at speeds up to 402 km/h and has a range of approximately 200 km, and can be adapted to suit a variety of targets. A more powerful version of the Trembita is under development with a longer range, potentially reaching Moscow.

Notably, this version of the missile is very inexpensive, costing only about $3,000 for a decoy missile and $15,000 for a fully equipped version, significantly cheaper than similar weapons from the West.

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The missile's chief developer, Serhiy Biryukov, claims that the Trambita missile can fly at such a low altitude that Russian air defense systems will have difficulty detecting and intercepting it.

Additionally, business journalist Oliver Carroll wrote on social media that the Trembita is inexpensive and has a distinctive "roaring" sound, reminiscent of World War II-era weapons. Military expert Chuck Pfarrer also commented that the Trembita could be adapted for long-range ground attacks or as a decoy for enemy air defenses.

The Trambita missile could become a crucial part of Ukraine's defense strategy, as the country ramps up domestic production of weapons to reduce its reliance on Western supplies.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has affirmed that Ukraine is stepping up domestic missile production as part of a strategy to achieve self-reliance in defense technology.

This is particularly important given Ukraine's concerns about long-range weapons restrictions from the West, and could also become crucial if President-elect Donald Trump reduces military aid to Kyiv when he takes office in January 2025.

Ukraine desires greater self-sufficiency in domestic weapons, especially as hostilities with Russia continue to escalate. Developments like the Trambita could help Ukraine maintain long-range strike capabilities and effectively counter threats.

Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov stated that Ukraine's missile program will become even stronger in the coming years, predicting that 2025 will be "the year of Ukrainian cruise missiles".

Although the Trambita missile could offer Ukraine a strategic advantage, its impact in the conflict may not be immediate. An unnamed security official said it could take at least another year for the weapon to be mass-produced in sufficient quantities to put pressure on Russia.

During this time, peace negotiations could take place, and the US administration under President Donald Trump could push for a ceasefire. However, Biryukov stressed that any ceasefire would only be temporary and would not affect Ukraine's plans to develop its own missiles. "Our missiles will continue to fly," he asserted.

Hoai Phuong (based on Miami Herald, Interfax, and The Economist)

Source: https://www.congluan.vn/trembita-ten-lua-cai-tien-tu-the-chien-ii-cua-ukraine-co-kha-nang-vuon-toi-moscow-post327360.html