An evolution of the Russian NavyÆs "Kynshal" air defense system, this division-level medium range SAM uses the same chassis as the SA-19 Tunguska. However, to provide the fastest reaction time to targets in any direction, the missiles are stored and launched vertically, from a magazine within the turret and hull of the vehicle. Although this general configuration has been used in other Russian SAM systems, this is the first time the missiles have been stored and launched internally.%n
