OVERVIEW: The Shahin-2 is an unguided, long-range, surface-to-surface artillery rocket developed by Iran for area suppression and battlefield support. It features a 333 mm diameter, extended range of up to 20 kilometers, and carries a high-explosive warhead of approximately 190 kg.

DETAILS: The Shahin-2 is an improved variant of the Iranian Shahin-1 rocket, designed to offer longer range and improved payload effectiveness. It uses a solid-propellant motor and spin stabilization, optimized for saturation fire against enemy troop concentrations, fortifications, and infrastructure. The warhead is a high-explosive fragmentation type, designed to produce widespread blast and shrapnel effects upon impact. The system relies on launch angle and preset ballistic parameters for targeting, as it lacks guidance capability.

Compared to the Shahin-1, the Shahin-2 offers extended range (up to 20 km), improved accuracy, and enhanced warhead lethality. It reflects Iran’s continuing development of indigenous artillery rocket forces for tactical depth.

The rockets are launched from truck-mounted multiple rocket launcher systems, likely with 6- or 12-tube configurations. Aiming is conducted through mechanical sighting or basic fire control systems, and the rockets are deployed in salvos for area effect.

NOTE:
IOC: Early 2000s
Operators: Iran
Platforms: Iranian truck-mounted MRLs (platforms similar to Fajr-type vehicles)
Conflict used in: Not publicly confirmed

SOURCE:
Jane’s Land Warfare Platforms: Artillery & Air Defence ; Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS): https://missilethreat.csis.org ; SIPRI Arms Transfers Database ; Iranian MODAFL Statements ; IISS Military Balance