RAWALPINDI (April 28, 2026) — The Army Rocket Force Command successfully conducted a training launch of the indigenously developed Fateh-II missile system today, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan’s long-range precision strike capabilities. According to the ISPR, the exercise was designed to train troops, validate advanced technical parameters, and evaluate the performance of newly incorporated sub-systems. Equipped with state-of-the-art avionics and navigation aids, the Fateh-II is engineered for high accuracy and enhanced survivability, reinforcing Pakistan’s conventional deterrence.
Highlights
- The Launch conducted by the Army Rocket Force Command to test operational readiness and system accuracy.
- Features advanced avionics and a sophisticated navigation system for precision targeting.
- The Fateh-II boasts a range of up to 400 kilometers, a significant upgrade over the 140km range of the Fateh-I.
- Witnessed by senior officers from the Strategic Plans Division (SPD) and leading scientists from strategic organizations.
- President Zardari, PM Shehbaz Sharif, and Field Marshal Asim Munir lauded the technical prowess and dedication of the development team.
Today, Army Rocket Force Command conducted a successful training launch of indigenously developed Fateh-II Missile System, equipped with advanced avionics and state of the art navigational aids.
The training launch was aimed at training of troops, validating various technical… pic.twitter.com/ptiIRrw4Gs
— PTV News (@PTVNewsOfficial) April 28, 2026
Advancing the Fateh Series
The Fateh-II represents a major leap in Pakistan’s “Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System” (GMLRS) technology.
By integrating satellite and inertial navigation, the system achieves high accuracy, making it ideal for striking high-value targets such as bridges and air defense units.
Military analysts describe the Fateh-II as a “flat trajectory” missile, a design feature that makes it exceptionally difficult for modern radar and missile defense systems to detect and intercept. Mounted on an 8×8 wheeled chassis, the system offers high operational flexibility and can be rapidly deployed across varied terrain.
Building a Layered Defense
This training launch follows a series of successful tests over the past year, showcasing a rapidly evolving missile inventory.
In September 2025, the army tested Fateh-IV cruise missile with a 750km range. Within the last month, the Pakistan Navy tested the ‘Taimoor’ air-launched cruise missile and a new anti-ship ballistic missile.
The Fateh-II complements the existing Fatah-I (140km) and Abdali (450km) systems, providing the military with a versatile range of strike options.
The successful launch underscores Pakistan’s commitment to self-reliance in defense production, with the Fateh series being entirely indigenously designed and manufactured.
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