Germany officially confirms transfer of second IRIS-T SLM surface-to-air missile system with up to 40km range to Ukraine

Last year, Germany announced that it would provide the Ukrainian Armed Forces with IRIS-T SLM air defence systems. The other day, the German government officially confirmed that the second air defence system had been sent to Ukraine.

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The German publication Der Spiegel wrote almost a fortnight ago that Germany had transferred the IRIS-T SLM to Ukraine. However, only a few days ago this information was officially confirmed. Along with the surface-to-air missile systems, Germany sent eight Zetros trucks and two manipulator trucks.

The IRIS-T SLM is a medium-range air defence system. The surface-to-air missile system aims to provide protection against cruise missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles, helicopters and aircraft.

The system uses IRIS-T air-to-air missiles modified for launch from ground-based launchers. The maximum launch range of the SLM version is 40 km. The launcher consists of eight containers. The TRML-4D radar can detect air threats up to 250 km away.

Source: Bundesregierung