ALWAGHT- During military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran test-fired its new Sayyad-3G naval air defense missile, increasing the combat fleet’s air defense coverage to roughly 150 km.
Iran has successfully tested its new naval air defense missile, Sayyad 3-G, during drills in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The missile was launched for the first time during the IRGC Navy’s “Smart Control of the Strait of Hormuz” exercise, highlighting its role in enhancing the air defense capabilities of Iran’s combat fleet.
Derived from the land-based Sayyad-3 missile, the Sayyad-3G has been adapted for maritime use, providing medium-range air defense for warships and naval vessels. It is launched from ships via a Vertical Launch System (VLS), offering 360-degree coverage and rapid response against aerial threats.
The missile is capable of intercepting multiple airborne targets, including warplanes, maritime patrol aircraft, and high-altitude UAVs. It can operate both independently and as part of an integrated naval command-and-control network, using the ship’s onboard radar while retaining autonomous tracking and targeting capability.
The test in the Strait of Hormuz underscores Iran’s focus on maritime security and regional deterrence. Deployment of Sayyad-3G on vessels such as the Shahid Soleimani-class warships is expected to expand the layered air defense umbrella, strengthening the country’s integrated domestic air defense network across land and sea.
