The Russian Air Force has inducted the first ten Pantsir S1 (SA-22 Greyhound) anti-aircraft surface-to-air missile systems.

The Pantsir-S1, developed by Instrument Making Design Bureau (KPB), is a short-to-medium range combined surface-to-air missile and anti-aircraft artillery system, according to RIA Novosti.

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The system, equipped with two dual 30mm automatic cannons that can engage targets up to 4km away, will enhance the effectiveness, stability and survivability of national air defences.

Pantsir-S1 can carry up to 12 two-stage solid-fuel surface-to-air missiles in sealed ready-to-launch containers, and protect point and area targets.

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