Syria, constantly exposed to rocket attacks by Israel, allegedly stabbing on Iranian military bases, as well as on the background of the threat of bombing by the US-led coalition, It needs to strengthen defense, пишет Military Watch
Against the backdrop of Russia's silence over the supply of S-300 anti-aircraft complex, Syria has, least, three source, capable of Damascus SAMs greater range, capable of shooting down the planes, and missiles. This is China, North Korea and Iran.
Chinese guided missile system HQ-9B
Chinese anti-aircraft missile system HQ-9B is considered one of the most efficient in the world. It exceeds C-300, but it does not reach the P-400. HQ-9 missile hits the target two-stage, weight high-explosive fragmentation warhead which is 180 kilograms. The maximum range of the HQ-9B – 300 kilometers. The acquisition of such systems will provide a significant advantage over Syria, than getting the S-300PMU2, experts say. Besides, HQ-9B is compatible with existing in Damascus S-200.
The North Korean air defense missile systems KN-06
AAMS KN-06 the characteristics almost identical to C-300. At this time, Pyongyang is just starting to deploy the system in the country, since it took into service only 2017 year. North Korea fears, that the deployment of KN-06 Syria will allow Israel and the United States to evaluate the possibility of anti-aircraft systems, To better prepare for a military aggression against North Korea.
Iranian complex Bavar 373
Iranian AAMS Bavar 373 It comes with 2016 of the year. According to the statements of the Iranian developers, Bavar 373 – analogue of the Russian S-300 and even surpasses it. Compatible with the Soviet complexes, e.g. P-200.
