What is special about the Truong Son land-to-sea missile complex and the Song Hong anti-ship missile produced by Vietnam?

The Truong Son surface-to-sea missile complex (VCS-01) and the Song Hong anti-ship cruise missile were researched, developed and produced by Vietnam with components placed on an off-road vehicle chassis with high mobility on all terrains.

The Truong Son surface-to-sea missile complex (VCS-01) was researched, developed and manufactured by Viettel . (Photo: Nguyen Hong)

At the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024, the Truong Son surface-to-sea missile complex (VCS-01) and the Song Hong anti-ship cruise missile were displayed in the outdoor area, attracting many visitors to learn more.

This complex has an English name. Vietnam Coast-al defense missile System is researched, developed and manufactured by Viettel.

The missile complex is named after the Truong Son mountain range, and the missile is named after the Red River, symbolizing the protection of the country.

The Song Hong anti-ship missile is part of the Truong Son complex. (Photo: Nguyen Hong)

The Truong Son missile complex includes the VTRV-01 missile loading vehicle, the VCPV-01 command and control vehicle, the VLV-01 launcher vehicle, the VRS-MCX target detection and warning radar, and the Song Hong anti-ship cruise missile. Of which, the Song Hong VSM-01A anti-ship cruise missile has a subsonic flight speed and a range of up to 80km.

This is a mobile, shore-based missile complex that can fire anti-ship cruise missiles, capable of destroying surface ships and floating vehicles at sea.

The Song Hong VSM-01A anti-ship cruise missile flies at subsonic speeds and has a range of up to 80km. (Photo: Nguyen Hong)

Firepower is controlled in concentrated combat mode; capable of calculating firing elements and automatically determining the flight trajectory of missile shells.

In particular, the tilting launcher of the Truong Son missile complex with its modular design can be easily reloaded after each attack. The vehicles carrying the equipment are equipped with automatic tire inflation technology, helping the vehicle to maneuver even when some tires are damaged.

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