Archive · 22 Aug 2025
IAF to Expand Israeli Rampage Missile Arsenal
India's Air Force is planning to buy more Rampage missiles from Israel after using them successfully against targets in Pakistan.
These missiles are used on several fighter jets, like the Su-30 MKI.
The missiles have shown good performance.
The Air Force is also thinking about making these missiles in India to increase the number available.
IAF plans to order more Rampage missiles from Israel.
Rampage missiles have been integrated with Su-30 MKI, Jaguar and MiG-29 aircraft.
The missiles were used to target Pakistani air bases and terrorist headquarters.
India acquired Rampage missiles in 2020-21.
IAF is exploring producing Rampage missiles under the 'Make in India' program.
- Who
- Indian Air Force.
- What
- IAF plans to order more Rampage missiles.
- When
- Orders are likely to be placed very soon.
- Where
- Targets in Pakistan's Punjab province.
- Why
- To enhance air-to-ground capabilities.
Enhanced Defense Capability
Cost Considerations
National Security
Enhanced Defense Capability
Increased strike capabilities against potential threats.
Cost Considerations
Increased expenditure on imported defense products.
- Missile Name
- Rampage
- Origin
- Israel
- Aircraft Integration
- Su-30 MKI, Jaguar, MiG-29
- Acquisition Year
- 2020-21
- Deployment
- Op Sindoor
