Filin

Filin is a Russian ground-launched cruise missile developed by NPO Molniya, reportedly used against Ukraine since late summer 2026, with a listed range of 600–1,200 km.

Overview

Filin is a compact cruise missile developed by NPO Molniya, part of Russia's Tactical Missiles Corporation, or KTRV. Ukraine's Defence Intelligence, known as HUR, identifies it as a ground-launched strike weapon and dates its first use against Ukraine to late summer 2026. HUR published the system's specifications, a three-dimensional model and component records on 22 October 2026 in its War&Sanctions disclosure.

According to HUR's system record, Filin has a maximum take-off weight of 210 kg and carries a 50 or 100 kg warhead. The portal lists 600–1,200 km of range; HUR's accompanying release attributes the advertised maximum speed of 800 km/h and reach of up to 1,200 km to Russian claims. Neither figure constitutes independently measured combat performance.

Filin combines a Russian R500 turbojet with flight electronics from PLAZ, a supplier associated with the Garpiya attack-drone program. HUR describes the missile as part of Russia's effort to develop inexpensive jet-powered weapons launched from the ground. Its significance lies in the combination of established drone avionics, domestic propulsion and a missile airframe. Its actual production scale, accuracy and combat effect are not publicly established.

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