Czech Narwhal: Ukraine will become a testing ground for a new cruise missile

A new stage in Ukraine's military technology

According to ХВИЛЯ: The Czech company LPP s.r.o. has completed the development of a new cruise missile called Narwhal. The company's plans include conducting tests of this missile in Ukraine, and serial production will begin in March 2026. The first use of the missile is expected to take place in January-February 2026.

Technical specifications of the Narwhal missile

The Narwhal cruise missile weighs 260 kg, and its warhead weighs 120 kg. Its flight range will be up to 680 km, and its speed will reach 750 km/h. The missile's dimensions are 4 meters in length and 2.6 meters in wingspan. For guidance, the missile uses a GPS system, inertial navigation, and visual navigation developed by LPP.

• Missile weight: 260 kg
• Warhead weight: 120 kg
• Flight range: up to 680 km
• Speed: up to 750 km/h
• Dimensions: 4 meters in length, 2.6 meters in wingspan

The cost of the Barracuda 500M model, which is likely related to these technologies, is approximately $216,500. Thus, testing the Narwhal missile in Ukraine could become an important stage in the development of new military technologies.

The development and testing of the Narwhal missile could significantly impact Ukraine's military capabilities, especially in the context of ongoing armed conflicts. The integration of new technologies into the country's military strategy could enhance its defense capabilities and contribute to strengthening regional security. It also signifies the development of cooperation between the Czech Republic and Ukraine in the defense sector, which could open new opportunities for investment and technological exchange in the future.