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Fateh-110

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This article is about the Iranian missile. For the Iraqi missile known as al-Fat'h, see Ababil-100.

Fateh 110
Fateh-110s in Iran's "Great Prophet-7" military exercise, 2012
TypeTactical SRBM
Place of originIran
Service history
In service2002–present
Used bySee Operators
WarsSyrian civil war
Production history
ManufacturerIran
Specifications
Mass3,500 kg
Length8.90 m
Diameter0.60 m
Warheadhigh explosive or submunition
Warhead weight500 kg
EngineSingle stage, solid fuel rocket
Operational
range
300 km
Maximum speed Mach 4
Guidance
system
Inertial & electro-optical terminal (according to Iranian state media)[1]
GNSS (according to Western analysts)[2]
Launch
platform
mobile launcher

The Fateh-110 (Persian: فاتح-۱۱۰ "conqueror"), also known as NP-110[3] is an Iranian solid-fueled surface-to-surface ballistic missile produced by Iran's Aerospace Industries Organization since 2002. It is single-stage, road-mobile and can carry a high-explosive warhead of up to 500 kg. Four different versions, the Fateh-110A, 110B, 110D-1 and Fateh-E Mobin were developed with varying accuracy.[4] The latest version (Fateh-E Mobin), first shown to the public in August 2018[4] reportedly has a range of 300 km is reportedly more accurate than previous versions.[5][4]

The Fateh-110 was reportedly developed from Iran's Zelzal-2 unguided artillery rocket.[1] A version of the Fateh-110 is also license-built in Syria as the M-600. The missile has been used in the Syrian Civil War by Iran and Syria. Its presence in Syria was cited as a reason for the USA transferring two Patriot missile defense systems to Turkey in 2012.[4][6]

Development

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After the Iran–Iraq War, Iran found out that it needed an accurate short-range missile, as its Zelzal and Naze'at rockets were unguided rockets and very inaccurate. Thus, 200 Chinese CSS-8 short-range missiles were bought in 1989.[7] But those missiles did not satisfy Iranians because of their short range, relatively light warhead and bulky structure. So a project was assigned to Shahid Bagheri Industries to design and produce a guided short-range missile.

Development began in 1995 and Zelzal 2 was chosen for the basis of the missile. Reportedly Syria also joined the program and produced its version called M-600.[8] In 2006 the US Department of the Treasury accused Great Wall Industry, a Chinese corporation and its partners for playing a lead role in the development of the Fateh missile system, as Iran had no previous experience with solid fuelled ballistic missiles.[9][10] The first tests, which occurred in 2002, were successful, and the missile was put into production.

Design

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The Fateh-110 has three sets of fins. Four at the end of it near the exhaust, four other triangular shaped fins just above them and four small ones in front of missile near the nosecone. Of the three sets of fins on the missile, only the front ones are movable.

Transport

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Fateh-110 on single rack TELs

The Fateh-110 is road-mobile.[4] It can be carried by three different transporter-erector-launchers (TELs).[citation needed] The first one has a similar mechanism with SA-2 and is based on a Mercedes-Benz 6x6 truck.[citation needed] The second TEL is also used by newer versions of Zelzal rockets[4] and again uses the Mercedes-Benz platform. The third one is able to carry two missiles instead of one.[4]


Variants

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First generation

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Fateh-110 in flight, 2012

The first generation of the Fateh-110 had a range of 200 km with a CEP of 600 metres. It was flight-tested in September 2002, began mass production shortly thereafter and entered service.[11][12]

Second generation

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In September 2004, the second generation Fateh-110B was unveiled, with the range improved to 250 km and the same accuracy of its predecessor.[12] This version appears to be offered for export.[13]

Third generation

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In 2010, the third generation Fateh-110 was tested by Iran. Iranian defense minister Ahmad Vahidi stated that accuracy, range, reaction time and storage capability in different parts of the country are increased. After that Iranian TV provided footage of the test and the impact.[14] Some time later, it was delivered to IRGC.[15] The range of the missile was stated as 300 km.[16][12]

Fourth generation

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The fourth generation Fateh-110.

In August 2012 Iranian state media reported a successful test-firing of its fourth generation Fateh-110.[12] Iranian media reported that its accuracy had been improved.

M-600

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A Syrian version of the system, called M-600 or Tishreen, is produced in Syria at the SSRC centers.[17] In 2016, the Israeli Military Intelligence reported that Syria had resumed manufacture of the M-600 ballistic missiles, which was stopped after 2012.[17] The Syrian M-600 is reportedly based on the second generation Fateh-110 (Fateh-110B).[18] In May 2010, Israeli officials announced that Syria transferred M-600 launchers and missiles to arm Hezbollah's fire array.[19]

Anti-ship ballistic missile variants

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In 2014, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced two variants of the Fateh-110 which they called the Hormuz-1 and Hormuz-2.[4] The Hormuz-1 was reportedly an anti-radiation missile and the Hormuz-2 was reportedly an anti-ship missile. Analysis by Anthony Cordesman with the Center for Strategic and International Studies suggests that the Hormuz-2 is "essentially the same as the Hormuz-1".[20]

Another anti-ship version with a 700-km range and designated Zolfaghar Basir was announced by the IRGC in September 2020.[21]

A Zolfaghar missile, 2016

Zolfaghar

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Main article: Zolfaghar (missile)

The Zolfaghar is an Iranian tactical ballistic missile believed to be based in the Fateh-110 family and the first ballistic missile of any sort openly used by Iran in a foreign conflict.[22] Unlike the other members of the Fateh-110 family, which are often described as quasi-ballistic missiles, the Zolfaghar flies a true ballistic trajectory. The missile's claimed range of 700 km is considered largely true based on the 2017 Deir ez-Zor missile strike; this apparently results from replacing the metal body of the Fateh-110 with composite, saving substantial weight. However, doubts have been raised about its reliability and accuracy, and Jane's assesses that the Zolfaghar's performance is poor.[22]

The Zolfaghar (and possibly other members of the Fateh-110 family) are believed to use commercial GNSS systems to improve accuracy.[2] Zolfaghar serial numbers may begin "ZB–".[23]

Fateh Mobin

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Main article: Fateh Mobin

In 2018, Iran unveiled the Fateh Mobin guidance kit, an upgrade for Fateh-110 missiles. According to Iranian Defence Minister Amir Hatami, it can be retrofitted to members of the Fateh-110 family up to the Zolfaghar.[24] The Fateh Mobin is believed to be an infrared imaging sensor for terminal guidance.[24]

Fath-360 (BM-120)

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It was first shown in a military exhibition on August 21, 2020, under the name of Fath. In September 2022, Iran tested the Fath 360 (and its export model called BM-120), the downsized member of the Fateh ballistic missile family. The missile is 4 m (13 ft) long with a diameter of 30 cm, weighs from 850–1,100 kg (1,870–2,430 lb) with a 150 kg (330 lb) warhead, and has an 80–100 km (50–62 mi) range;[citation needed] Its launch velocity is 3,704 km/h (2,302 mph; Mach 3.0), which increases to 5,000 km/h (3,100 mph; Mach 4.1) by the time of impact.[citation needed] Two, four, or six-round canisters can be mounted on a truck-based launcher.[25][better source needed]

Table

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Variant Range Warhead weight [citation needed] Speed[citation needed] Notes
Fateh-110 first generation 200 km 650 kg Mach 3.5 First variant.
Fateh-110 second generation 250 km 450 kg Mach 3.7 Announced in 2004. Also known as Fateh A-110 and Fateh-110A[26]
Fateh-110 third generation 300 km 650 kg Mach 3 Announced in 2010. Reports say that accuracy is also increased.[27] This variant is not named and is referred to by a variety of shorthand notations, such as "Fateh-110 block 3"[26] or "Fateh-110 Mod 3."[28]
Fateh-110 fourth generation 300 km 650 kg Mach 3 Addition of a new guidance system with "100% precision". Shown in 2012.[29] Also known as "Fateh-110-D1"[citation needed]
Khalij Fars 300 km 650 kg Mach 3 Anti-ship ballistic missile based on Fateh-110. Unveiled in 2011.[30]
Hormoz-1 300 km 450–600 kg Mach 4–5 Anti-ship / anti-radar (ARM) ballistic missile.[31]
Hormoz-2 300 km 450–600 kg Mach 4–5 Anti-ship / anti-radar (ARM) ballistic missile in May- 2014.[31]
M-600 or Tishreen 250 km 450 kg Mach 3.7 Syrian variant produced by SSRC.
Fateh-313 500 km – Mach 5 Successor to Fateh-110 versions.[32]
Zolfaghar 750 km 579 kg Mach 7.5 newest version with submunitions warhead unveiled in 2016.[33][34]

Operational history

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Iran

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As of 2017, Iran is assessed as having less than 100 launchers for all Fateh-110 variants.[35] Iran used the Fateh-110B against Kurdish dissidents in Iraq in 2018.[36] It is believed that during the January 8, 2020 missile attack of the US military bases in Iraq, Iran used the Fateh-110 missile.[37]

Syria

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On 3 and 5 May 2013, Israel said it had hit a shipment of Fateh-110 in Syria that were "destined for Hezbollah". Israel said it would not tolerate "game changing weapons" falling into the hands of Hezbollah.[38][39] On 18 May Israeli media claimed that the Syrian army had aimed a battery of Tishreen missiles, Syria's version of Iran's Fateh-110, at Tel Aviv according to reconnaissance satellites. These missiles are believed to see possible use as a deterrent against further Israeli airstrikes on Syrian targets.[40]

According to two unnamed U.S. military officials, the Syrian Army fired at least two Fateh A-110 missiles in late December 2012. The firing of these missiles appeared to be an effort to more precisely target Syrian rebels.[41]

In late November 2014, Iranian and Lebanese sources confirmed that Hezbollah had received Iranian Fateh-110 guided ballistic missiles and inducted them into their missile arsenal. With a 250–350 km (160–220 mi) range, Fateh-110 missiles fired from Lebanon could hit targets anywhere in Israel up to the northern Negev. Israel has regarded deliveries of such missiles as justification for preemptive response, as the previous year it attacked missile shipments, transport convoys, and storage sites in Syria and Lebanon to prevent these and other missile types from being acquired by Hezbollah.[42]

Iraq

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On 13 March 2022, 12 Fateh-110 missiles were used in the Erbil missile strikes.[43] On 15 January 2024, Fateh-110 missiles were reportedly launched during the Erbil attack.[44]

Operators

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State-operators

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Non-state operators

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  • Hezbollah – In 2014, the IRGC confirmed that Iran had delivered Fateh 110 missiles to Hezbollah.[46] Israel had previously claimed that Syria was transferring M-600 missiles to the armed group.[47]

Future operators

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  •  Russia – An intelligence assessment shared in October 2022 with Ukrainian and U.S. officials contended that Iran's armaments industry was preparing a first shipment of Fateh-110 and Zolfaghar missiles to Russia. According to some secret evidences, Iranian military companies in Yazd province dispatched more than 200 missiles to Russian army.[48] The sale was confirmed by the Iranian side later in October.[49] However, as of May 2023, Russia had not yet acquired Fateh or Zolfaghar missiles.[50]

See also

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