SFDR
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Ramjet propulsion for next-gen beyond-visual-range missiles
Budget
N/A
Timeline
N/A
Sector
DRDO
Indigenisation
R&D READINESS
TRL 7/9
DRDO / DRDL · Propulsion
● ACTIVE
INTEL SIGNALS
PIB confirmed DRDO successfully demonstrated Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet technology from ITR Chandipur on 03 Feb 2026. The test validated the nozzle-less booster, SFDR motor and fuel-flow controller path that enables long-range supersonic air-to-air missiles. Keep this row as enabling propulsion technology rather than a standalone missile procurement.
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PROGRAM BRIEF & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Pipeline Status
TRL-7/9
Flight Demonstrated
Estimated Budget
Undisclosed
Financial Outlay
Target Timeline
2028+
Operational Target
Armed Service
DRDO
95% Indigenous
SFDR — Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet is currently at Technology Readiness Level TRL-7/9 (Flight Demonstrated). Ramjet propulsion for next-gen beyond-visual-range missiles
The program schedule indicates ongoing execution with an operational milestone/induction targeted for 2028+.
SFDR is developed in coordination with lead agency: DRDO / DRDL; development partner: BDL; vendors: DRDO DRDL, RCI, HEMRL, ITR Chandipur, BDL.
SFDR targets an indigenous content of 95%, advancing domestic defence manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
CONTENDERS / VENDORS
DRDO DRDL · RCI · HEMRL · ITR Chandipur · BDL
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