Japan Unveils Advanced Railgun to Counter Hypersonic Missiles

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Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force has introduced a ship-mounted electromagnetic railgun capable of intercepting hypersonic missiles. The weapon was showcased aboard the experimental JS Asuka during recent testing, aimed at enhancing national security in response to rising threats from China, Russia, and North Korea, according to officials.

Unlike traditional munitions that rely on explosives, the railgun utilizes electromagnetic energy to launch projectiles at speeds exceeding 2,500 meters per second. This represents a significant increase over conventional artillery, which operates at approximately 1,750 meters per second. This advanced capability allows for rapid and cost-effective defenses against fast-moving missile threats.

The development of the railgun began in 2016, with its first onboard firing test conducted in October 2023. Vice Admiral Omachi Katsushi, commander of the Self Defense Fleet, inspected the weapon's progress and emphasized its role in bolstering Japan’s military readiness. This initiative comes as Japan previously estimated it possessed only 60% of the interceptor missiles required for adequate national defense as of 2022.

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