Oniks
Russian P-800 supersonic anti-ship cruise missile, also used on land targets.
In 2026, Oniks remains a Russian missile family with both anti-ship and land-attack roles. Its P-800 designation, Yakhont export version and Bastion coastal launcher refer to different aspects of the weapon.
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Oniks is a Russian supersonic cruise missile designed to attack ships and also used against land targets. It is known as P-800 or 3M55; NATO calls it SS-N-26 Strobile. The export version carries the name Yakhont. US Army reference
The family uses ship, submarine and coastal launch systems, including the Bastion coastal-defence system. Attack reports naming Oniks alone leave the launch platform unspecified. Its land-attack role extends its use beyond maritime targets.
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