Russia has successfully test-fired the RS 12M Topol intercontinental ballistic missile from Kapustin Yar landfill in Russia’s Astrakhan region, according to the country’s defence ministry.

“The training-warhead part of the missiles hit a conditional target accurately at the landfill of Sary-Shagan in Kazakhstan,” a spokesman said.

The RS-12M Topol is a single-warhead intercontinental ballistic missile with a maximum range of 10,000km (6,125 miles) which can carry a nuclear warhead with a yield of 550kt, according to RIA Novosti.

Russia’s Strategic Missile Forces (SMF) commander lieutenant general Sergei Karakayev said SMF will be rearmed with multiple-warhead RS-24 missiles instead of the RS-12M Topol-M missile systems.

“Next year the SMF will hold ten intercontinental ballistic missile launches, twice as many as in 2010,” Karakayev said.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Army Technology Excellence Awards - Have you nominated?

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Army Technology Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!

Nominate Now