Bangalore-based deep technology start-up Prime Tooling is set to test an indigenous long-range missile engine on the Barak missile series by February 2026. According to Prime Tooling’s recent announcement on their X platform, the new engine claims a range extension of a class changing 400 to 600 kilometers, a substantial increase from the current approximately 100-kilometer range typical of the Barak-8 variant. If such a range extension was indeed implementable , it would require significant changes in the missile’s radar, guidance, and other subsystems to effectively operate at extended distances, marking a comprehensive upgrade beyond propulsion alone. The engine is also expected to enable missile speeds up to Mach 2, thereby enhancing the Barak series’ tactical flexibility and operational reach. This development aligns with India’s strategic push for indigenous defense technologies and reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. Successful integration would bolster India’s air and sea defense capabilities amid escalating regional security challenges, underscoring India’s growing expertise in advanced missile systems and strategic self-reliance.