Iran has officially launched the Nazir radar, a system with a range of up to 800 km.
This radar allows Tehran to monitor activities in neighboring regions, including parts of Russia, according to Defense Express and WP Tech.
Located in Gilan Province near the Caspian Sea, construction of the Nazir radar began in 2022 and was largely completed by late 2023. However, it was only recently activated in early 2025.
The Nazir radar is an advanced system comprising a network of antennas and transmitting-receiving equipment.
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Advanced Features
The Nazir radar is more than just an antenna array.
It is a highly advanced system equipped to detect objects up to 800 km away and at altitudes as high as 30 km. It can identify low-visibility targets, such as cruise missiles, and track ballistic missile launches.
The location of the radar is key to its effectiveness. Built on Mount Sumam, the highest peak in the region at 3,721 meters, the radar gains an extended range that covers previously unmonitored areas. This includes parts of Russia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Turkey, and Central Asia.
Detection Capabilities:
280 km for targets at 50 meters altitude.
500 km for aircraft flying at 5 km altitude.
800 km for objects at 18 km altitude.
The radar's position on Mount Sumam is particularly significant given Iran's security concerns. Iranian sources have suggested that some Israeli attacks were launched from the north, utilizing Azerbaijani airspace. The Nazir radar will enable Iran to detect such threats earlier and enhance its defensive responses.
