Agni-4 Missile

Key Facts

• India successfully test-fired Agni-4.
• Location: Integrated Test Range, Chandipur, Odisha.
• Tested by Strategic Forces Command (SFC) with DRDO.
• Type: Medium-Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM).
• Configuration: Two-stage.
• Propulsion: Solid fuel.
• Range: approximately 4,000 km.
• Payload capacity: up to 1,000 kg.
• Weight: approximately 17,000 kg.
• Length: around 20 m.

Prelims One-Liner

Agni-4 → MRBM → Solid fuel → Two-stage → ~4,000 km

Mains Link

GS-III: Defence technology, strategic deterrence, indigenous defence production.