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In a test field in France, Europe demonstrated the power of its new generation of missiles. The ASTER B1NT, weighing 990 pounds, was successfully tested and stood out for its ability to intercept complex targets, such as hypersonic missiles and stealth aircraft.
The European company Eurosam successfully completed the second live test of the ASTER B1NT missile, an enhanced version of the ASTER line. The launch took place at the DGA Essais de Missiles test site in France and validated the weapon’s long-range capability.
This stage represents an important advance in qualifying the SAMP/T NG air defense system, currently under development.
Most importantly, the new missile proved capable of intercepting high complexity targets, such as stealth aircraft, short-range ballistic missiles, and low-signature cruise missiles.
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According to the manufacturer, improvements in the propulsion and control systems have increased the weapon’s agility during the final interception phase.
Extended Performance Against Modern Threats
The ASTER B1NT version weighs 450 kg, equivalent to 990 pounds (0.45 t), and is designed to engage fast-moving, highly maneuverable threats.
The weapon’s range reaches up to 150 kilometers, allowing the system to operate over a much greater range than previous generations.
Furthermore, tests indicated that the missile can hit difficult targets even in low detection or high-speed conditions.
The company claims that the weapon covers the entire spectrum of current threats, including hypersonic missiles and tactical ballistic missiles of short to medium range.
Therefore, the ASTER B1NT offers an advanced air defense solution tailored to the modern landscape, where sophisticated threats require quick and precise responses.
Advanced Technological Architecture
The new missile is based on a unique aerodynamic and pyrotechnic architecture. One of the innovations lies in the use of a Ka-type seeker and new interception algorithms.
These features allow for greater accuracy in the so-called “hit-to-kill” capability, as defined in the official statement from Eurosam.
The system also includes the latest generation of electronic components, contributing to the operational superiority of the weaponry.
The manufacturer emphasized that ASTER is currently the only European missile family with proven capability to engage from conventional targets to next-generation threats.
Integration with the SAMP/T NG and NATO
The ASTER B1NT missile will be integrated into the SAMP/T NG system, a next-generation ground-based air defense platform. This system is in the process of replacing the previous model used by the French and Italian armed forces.
The SAMP/T NG features multifunctional radar, digital command and control, and increased mobility for rapid repositioning. Integration with the ASTER B1NT ensures a scalable solution compatible with NATO standards.
With this setup, Europe strengthens its air defense capability against increasingly challenging threats.
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