Ukraine Reveals Long Neptune Missile With 1000km Range In Combat

Ukraine has publicly revealed its long-range modification of the R-360 Neptune cruise missile, unofficially called the "Long Neptune," capable of striking targets up to 1,000 kilometers away. Tested in March 2025 and already used in combat against Russian targets, the missile features a fuselage over 6 meters long, approximately 1.5 meters longer and wider than the original, with an increased diameter from 38 cm to 50 cm to accommodate more fuel. Its tail section and engine remain largely unchanged, while the wings and tail surfaces have been enlarged to balance increased weight. The warhead specifications are undisclosed, though the original missile carried a 150-kg warhead. The first official images and video were released on Ukraine's Independence Day via the government defense portal Zbroya, which serves as a hub for the Ukrainian defense industry. Ukrainian officials emphasize that the missile is designed to hit ground targets, and its combat use since March means its existence is unlikely to be a surprise to Russian forces.