Ukraine's 1,000km Range Cruise Missile Revealed After Moscow Strikes

Ukraine has provided new details on its Bars RS cruise missile, a weapon that has reportedly been used in strikes against Russian territory, including Moscow. The missile, showcased at the Eurosatory 2026 defense exhibition in Paris, is confirmed by its manufacturer to have a combat range of up to 1,000 kilometers.

The manufacturer, whose identity remains undisclosed for operational security, stated that the Bars (Bezpilotna Aviatsiyna Raketna Systema, meaning "unmanned aviation missile system" in Ukrainian) series of missiles has been deployed in combat. The system has accumulated around 7,000 launches during both testing and operational use. The Bars RS variant features an enhanced fuel configuration for extended range, with a maximum takeoff weight of 135 kg, a 95-liter fuel tank, and the capacity to carry a 22 kg warhead.

With a cruising speed between 400-450 km/h and a maximum speed of 620 km/h, the Bars RS is designed for deep strikes. The manufacturer also indicated that other models within the Bars family exist, with takeoff weights up to 220 kg, capable of carrying warheads of 22 kg, 60 kg, or 105 kg, suggesting a modular development approach for diverse combat roles.

Previous reports from Ukrainian military news outlet Defense Express mentioned intensive salvos of up to 100 Bars missiles. Social media and Russian sources have indicated the involvement of Bars RS and another variant, Bars SM Gladiator, in air raids targeting Moscow on May 17 and June 18, 2026. Germany is reportedly financing the mass production of this long-range strike capability.

“

The Bars (Bezpilotna Aviatsiyna Raketna Systema) series of missiles have been used to attack targets within Russia, accumulating about 7,000 launches during testing and combat.