The Gibka 3M-47, also known as 3M47 Ghibka, 9K310, 9M310, 9M313, Igla-1, Igla-M, SA-16, SA-N-10 Gimlet, is a short-range, shipborne surface-to-air missile (SAM) system designed to provide close-in protection for naval vessels against anti-ship missiles, aircraft, and helicopters. Developed by the Altair Naval Radio Electronics Scientific Research Institute and manufactured by Ratep Joint Stock Company, Gibka is a remotely operated turret system that integrates modern missile technology with shipborne radar networks.
Description and Role
The 3M-47 Ghibka turret mount is specifically intended for ships with a displacement of 200 tons and above, providing rapid-response defense in high-threat environments. The system is compatible with 9M39 (SA-18 Igla) and 9M342 (SA-24 Grinch/Igla-S) missiles, offering versatility against diverse airborne threats. The turret receives targeting information from onboard radars such as Positiv, Furke, or Fregat, while final aiming is conducted via a TV-optical control module.
Operation
- Guidance: Missiles employ infrared (IR) homing with optical tracking and thermal-noise detection, providing resilience against both natural and artificial jamming.
- Control: The turret is remotely operated, with visual detection ranges of 12–15 km.
- Engagement: The system can fire single shots or salvos, targeting one aircraft at a time.
Composition
Gibka 3M-47 consists of two main elements:
- Shipborne Turret Mount:
- Four to eight missiles per mount (depending on version)
- Support-turning device for rapid orientation
- Optical-electronic tracking device
- Control Module:
- Automated operator workstation
- Electronic control equipment for turret and launch mechanisms
- Power supply system
Missile Types:
- 9M39 (SA-18 Igla): IR guidance, effective probability of kill 30–48% against unprotected fighters, reduced to 24–30% against IRCM-jammed targets.
- 9M342 (SA-24 Grinch / Igla-S): Larger warhead with impact/proximity fuze; engagement range extended to 6 km, capable of destroying targets near-miss.
Deployment
The Gibka 3M-47 system is currently installed on:
- Project 21630 “Buyan” class corvettes
- Project 21631 “Buyan-M” class missile corvettes
- Planned for future Mistral-type LHDs in the Russian Navy.
Specifications
| Parameter | Gibka 3M-47 |
|---|---|
| Type | Short-range shipborne SAM system |
| Operators | Russia |
| Guidance | Infrared (IR) homing, optical tracking, thermal-noise detector |
| Detection Range (visual) | 12–15 km |
| Azimuth/Elevation | ±150° / 0–60° |
| Simultaneous Targets | 1 |
| Firing Modes | Single / Salvo |
| Launch Modules | Version 1: 2 |
| SAM per Module | 2 |
| Reaction Time | < 8 seconds |
| Manual Loading Time | < 3 minutes per module |
| Turret Weight (2 modules) | < 650 kg |
Key Features
- Rapid Reaction: Launch-ready in under 8 seconds.
- High Mobility: Compact turret design suitable for a variety of naval platforms.
- Electronic Resilience: Effective against jamming and low-signature targets.
- Versatility: Supports both Igla and Igla-S missiles for flexible threat response.
The Gibka 3M-47 remains a critical component of Russian naval air defense, providing short-range, rapid-response protection for modern warships against evolving aerial threats.
