Japan creates a domestic Type 12 rocket with an incredible range of 1200 km

Outwardly, the rocket is reminiscent of the French-British development of Storm Shadow/Scalp EG and has a design that promotes low radar. The Ministry of Defense of Japan has reported significant progress in the development of the SSM Type 12 anti -ship missile with an increased range of up to 1200 kilometers. It is reported that the rocket has successfully passed the ground tests, although the details of the testing program are not yet disclosed. Naval News observers were told on July 15.

The authors of the material drew attention to the photo of the Japanese missile prototype and noted that Type 12 from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries has changed compared to the 2022 conceptual models and resembles the French-British development of Storm Shadow/Scalp EG. The new design is focused on reducing radar visibility, which distinguishes it from the basic model with a range of up to 200 kilometers, experts explained.

Japan's current potential in the field of rocket weapons is mainly focused on the modernized SSM Type 12 missile, which is the basis of the country's counter -insurgent capabilities. Japan's self -defense forces intend to introduce a new rocket to combat duty in 2025, which a year earlier than the initial plan. This decision is due to the increase in the threat from Russia, China and North Korea.

The acceleration of the program also indicates a serious changes in Japan's defensive policy, which was traditionally considered a pacifist country with limited military strength. "This represents the urgency that our country should find the practical opportunities of remote defense as soon as possible," said Minister of Defense of Japan, Minor Kihara.