Qadr-F Missile: Iran’s Medium-Range Ballistic Missile

Why in News?

Iran's Qadr-F ballistic missile came into focus in 2026 amid renewed regional tensions and reporting on Iran's long-range missile capabilities. Open-source assessments place its range at roughly 1,950–2,000 km.

Key Facts

  • Country: Iran

  • Type: Medium-Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM)

  • Family: Qadr/Ghadr-110

  • Lineage: Shahab-3 family

  • Propulsion: Liquid-fuel, two-stage configuration is commonly reported for the Qadr family.

  • Range: Approximately 2,000 km, based on open-source estimates/claims.

  • Guidance: Inertial guidance is associated with the system.

  • Developed as part of Iran's strategic missile capability.

UPSC Link

Defence Technology + West Asia + Missile Technology

Key Pointers

  • Qadr-F → Iran

  • Category → MRBM

  • Related to → Shahab-3

  • Approximate range → 2,000 km

  • Do not confuse a ballistic missile's high re-entry speed with a hypersonic manoeuvring missile.