Pakistan performs successful training launch of Fatah-II Guided Rocket System

Rawalpindi: Pakistan has successfully tested the Fateh-II guided rocket system, told the Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR) Department of Pakistan Army,

According to ISPR, Fateh-II guided rocket system has a target range of 400 km. It is equipped with advanced navigation system, unique speed and maneuverability features.

The ISPR stated that the purpose of the experiment was to perfect launch exercises and procedures. The Fateh-II is capable of hitting targets with precision and defeating any missile defense system.

According to ISPR, the Fateh-II rocket system is being inducted into Pakistan's artillery divisions. The rocket system will significantly upgrade the reach and lethality of Pakistan Army's conventional weapons.

According to the spokesman of the Pakistan Army, the Chief of General Staff and senior officers of the armed forces witnessed the experiment. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC) and the heads of the three armed forces also congratulated on the successful experiment.

According to ISPR, President Asif Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also congratulated Pakistan Army and scientists on the successful experiment.

It is pertinent to note that earlier in December, Pakistan successfully test-fired indigenously developed missile system Fateh-II, a missile equipped with avionics, an advanced navigation system and unique flight speed.