Rampage (missile)
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| Place of origin | Israel |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Israeli Air Force Indian Air Force Indian Navy |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Elbit Systems, Israel Aerospace Industries |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 570 kg (1,260 lb) |
| Length | 4.7 m (15 ft) |
| Diameter | 306 mm (1.004 ft) |
| Warhead | Multi-EFP |
| Warhead weight | 150 kg (330 lb) |
Detonation mechanism | Radio proximity fuze, Blast fragmentation |
| Engine | Solid-propellant rocket |
| Propellant | Solid fuel |
Operational range | 150–250 km (93–155 mi) |
| Flight altitude | 3,000–40,000 ft (910–12,190 m) |
| Maximum speed | 350–550 m/s (Mach 1.0 – Mach 1.6) |
Guidance system | INS + Altimeter + GPS + Two-way Datalink |
| Accuracy | 10m CEP |
Launch platform | F-16, F-15, F/A-18E/F, Eurofighter Typhoon, IAI Kfir, Sukhoi Su-30MKI, SEPECAT Jaguar, MiG-29K |
The Rampage, initially named MARS (Multi-purpose, Air-launched Rocket System), is an air-to-surface missile developed by Israel Military Industries and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) derived from the EXTRA. It is a standoff weapon designed to hit high-value targets such as radar installations, communications centers, weapons storage facilities and airfields.[1][2][3]
Operational history
The Rampage was officially unveiled in June 2018[4] and reportedly used for the first time in April 2019 in Syria.[5] As of July 2023, the Royal Air Force is looking at using Rampage missiles after donating Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine. Rampage missiles are believed to be cheaper than Storm Shadow missiles and are more readily available.[6]
Israel
On 19 December 2024, the Israeli Air Force conducted airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen with Rampage (mounted on F-16s) and the older Popeye (mounted on F-15s) missiles targeting ports and energy infrastructure at Sanaa.[7]
India
The Indian Armed Forces first acquired the Rampage missile in the wake of the 2020 Galwan clash.[8][9][10]
On 7 May 2025, India conducted Operation Sindoor against Pakistan; the Indian Air Force struck nine Pakistani sponsored terrorist camps across Pakistan in a coordinated, precision-led campaign causing extensive damage. Pakistani sponsored terrorist camps belonging to JeM and LeT in Bahawalpur and Muridke were extensively damaged using the Rampage missile as a part of the operation.[11][12][13][14][15]
India used many Rampage missiles along with Brahmos and Storm Shadow on 10 May 2025, during Operation Sindoor continuation, where Indian Air Force Jaguar fighter bombers and Sukhoi Su-30MKI and MIG-29 fighters struck several Pakistani bases with the Rampage missile. The amount of damage is unknown as Sources did not reveal any meaningful information on the damage caused. Several Pakistani transport aircraft and hangars were hit, and many of these hits can be attributed to the Rampage. Following the conflict, the IAF has reportedly planned to acquire a larger fleet of the missile under a fast-track route. There is a possibility of the licensed production of the missile in India as well.[8][9]
Users
- Indian Air Force: Integrated with Sukhoi Su-30MKI, MiG-29 and Jaguar fighter jets.[16]
- Indian Navy: Used on MiG-29K.[17][16]
Greece: To be used on its F-16.[18][19][20]
- Operational missiles were showcased by the Israeli Air Force (IAF) on its official Twitter (X) page[22] in October 2024, integrated on board an F-16I. Rampage was alleged to have been used during a Deep Strike Mission to eliminate the Deputy Commander of Hezbollah's Radwan Forces, Mustafa Ahmad Shahdi.
- Operational missiles were showcased by the Israeli Air Force (IAF) and IDF Spokesperson, in December 2024, integrated onboard F-16I, as part of preparations for Israel's attack on Yemen's Sana'a Airport.[23]
See also
References
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- ^ "IMI develops air-launched missile that sounds familiar". upi.com. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
- ^ iHLS News (31 October 2014). "Cost effective rocket for aircraft unveiled - iHLS". i-hls.com. Retrieved 6 December 2017.
- ^ Israel Turns Artillery Rocket Into Supersonic ‘Rampage’ Air-Launched Stand-Off Weapon. The Drive/The War Zone. 11 June 2018.
- ^ Let’s Talk About The Israeli "Rampage" Stand-Off Weapon Reportedly Used in Combat in Syria For The First Time. The Aviationist. 24 April 2019.
- ^ Thomas Harding (1 July 2023). "UK targets Israeli Rampage missiles to replace Storm Shadows sent to Ukraine". The National News.
- ^ Newdick, Thomas (19 December 2024). "Israeli Air Force Strikes Yemen With Popeye And Rampage Standoff Missiles". The War Zone. Retrieved 25 December 2024.
- ^ a b "After Op Sindoor, India plans major procurement of Israeli Rampage missiles". Business Standard. 23 August 2025. Retrieved 30 August 2025.
- ^ a b "After Operation Sindoor, IAF eyes big procurement of Israeli Rampage missiles". Moneycontrol. 23 August 2025. Archived from the original on 23 August 2025. Retrieved 30 August 2025.
- ^ "Rampage Air-to-Ground Precise Strike Weapon, Israel". Airforce Technology. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ "India bolstering Israeli Rampage missile arsenal to enhance preparedness". www.awazthevoice.in. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ "Post Op Sindoor, India bolstering Israeli Rampage missile arsenal to enhance preparedness". The Economic Times. 22 August 2025. ISSN 0013-0389. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ Singh, Rimjhim. "After Op Sindoor, India plans major procurement of Israeli Rampage missiles". www.business-standard.com. Archived from the original on 28 September 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ Redacción (6 October 2025). "The Indian Air Force confirmed that its Su-30MKI fighters are equipped with the new Israeli Rampage missiles". Zona Militar. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ "India Bolstering Israeli Rampage Missile Arsenal to Enhance Preparedness". 22 August 2025. Retrieved 7 October 2025.
- ^ a b "'Used By Israel On Iranian Targets': Indian Air Force, Navy Induct 250 Km Range Supersonic 'Rampage' Missiles". Times Now. 27 April 2024. Retrieved 27 April 2024.
- ^ THOMAS NEWDICK (6 December 2023). "Indian Navy MiG-29s Get Israeli Rampage Standoff Weapon". The War Zone.
- ^ "Στα F-16 της Πολεμικής Αεροπορίας το λογισμικό για τους ισραηλινούς πυραύλους Rampage". 7 July 2024.
- ^ Ιωαννίδης, Σταύρος (3 April 2025). "Νέα αντιαρματικά αναζητά ο Στρατός Ξηράς – Δοκιμή SPIKE LR2 στην Ελλάδα". Η ΚΑΘΗΜΕΡΙΝΗ (in Greek). Retrieved 7 June 2025.
- ^ "28η Οκτωβρίου: Εντυπωσίασε η στρατιωτική παρέλαση στη Θεσσαλονίκη". AthensVoice (in Greek). 28 October 2025. Retrieved 28 October 2025.
- ^ "Israeli F-16I Shown Loaded-Up With Four Rampage Stand-Off Missiles". The War Zone. 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Israeli Air Force: "ELIMINATED: Deputy Commander of Hezbollah's Radwan Forces, Mustafa Ahmad Shahdi."". Twitter (X). 30 October 2024.
- ^ עדכוני צה"ל (26 December 2024). המראת מטוסי הקרב לתקיפה בתימן | את"צ. Retrieved 8 January 2025 – via YouTube.