In a significant leap for the country’s defense capabilities, Pakistan hasintroduced its first indigenously designed and developed air defense radarsystem, named *“MACHAAN.”* This cutting-edge system represents a milestoneachievement in the nation’s quest for self-reliance in military technology.
The MACHAAN radar is equipped with *advanced electronic scanning* and*ElectronicCounter-Countermeasure (ECCM)* features, enabling it to operate effectivelyeven in environments where adversaries attempt to jam or disrupt radarsignals. With its modern design and robust technology, the system enhancesPakistan’s ability to detect and track threats with precision and speed.
According to defense officials, the radar can *detect and track multipleaerial targets* — including fighter jets, drones, helicopters, and cruisemissiles — at ranges of up to *100 kilometers*. This capabilitysignificantly boosts the country’s air defense network, ensuring fasterresponse times against potential threats.
The development of MACHAAN marks a major step forward in indigenous defenseproduction, reducing reliance on foreign systems and showcasing the talentand innovation within Pakistan’s defense industry. Experts believe thisachievement will not only strengthen national security but also openavenues for potential defense exports in the future.
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With the successful unveiling of the MACHAAN radar, Pakistan continues toinvest in modern technologies that safeguard its airspace and reinforce itsdefense posture in an increasingly complex security environment.