Countries all over the world are known to engage in wars back in the years. Our ancestors used improvised makeshift weapons from trees and rocks mainly for warfare, hunting, and self-defense. We are mainly territorial, and in order to protect the tribe, building defenses is vital. In the present day, technology has a huge impact on the modernization of military equipment such as guns, aircraft, and missiles. In comparison to manned aircraft and short-range guns, missiles have fewer maintenance, training, and logistical requirements. Because missiles can be loaded with chemical, biological, or nuclear payloads, even limited use of these weapons might be disastrous.
Here are the 11 most powerful missiles in the world.
- BGM-71 TOW 2B
2. DF-31AG mobile intercontinental ballistic missile
3. Tomahawk Cruise Missile

Three-quarter left front view of Tomahawk Cruise Missile (flight test version) on display in the Mall Building, National Air and Space Museum, Smithsonian Institution
In 1984, the Tomahawk was first deployed. It was called after the Native American ax. It’s a long-range subsonic cruise missile meant to hit land targets that are either well protected or of great value. It has a top speed of roughly 550 mph and a range of nearly 1,500 miles. Using guidance systems adapted to specific missions, the missile can be guided to take evasive courses. The Tomahawk Land Attack Missile, or TLAM, is its official name. Both US and UK submarines, as well as US Navy surface ships, have successfully launched it. The Tomahawk comes in a variety of variations, each with its own set of features. The latest models may be reprogrammed in flight using satellite communications to program alternate targets or reroute using GPS coordinates. It carries a nuclear warhead as well as extra bomblets, depending on the variant.
4. SS-N-30
On October 7, 2017, Russian warships launched 26 cruise missiles. They were dispatched to Syrian opposition targets 1,000 kilometers away from the Caspian Sea warships. Even those who keep a frequent, well-trained eye on Russian and its military were surprised by these almost unknown missiles, according to the Pentagon. The attack is being interpreted as a sign to the rest of the world that Russia’s new missiles have established themselves as among the most advanced in the world. The missiles hit 11 targets, including a terrorist training camp, command centers, armament, oil, and munitions storage, and ammunition and explosives manufacturing sites, completing their mission. Though exact figures are obviously unknown, the missiles indicated that they are equivalent to the Tomahawk missiles that Great Britain and the United States have successfully employed in combat.
5. LGM-30 Minuteman III ICBM
6. Agni Missiles I-VI

The AGNI-III (Strategic System) passes through the Rajpath during the 60th Republic Day Parade-2009, in New Delhi on January 26, 2009.
The Hindu god of fire inspired this family of long-range nuclear surface-to-surface ballistic weapons. The Agni I, II, and III are currently operational. As of January 2017, the Agni IV had finished its trials, and the Agni V is expected to enter service with the Indian Army between 2017 and 2018. The missiles come in a variety of ranges, payloads, and rocket stages. The Agni III is a very accurate rifle that is often regarded as one of the best in the intermediate range class. The series employs some of the most cutting-edge navigation and control technologies, which were developed in-house.
7. M51
8. Jericho III
9. UGM-133 Trident II
10. DF-41
11. RS-28 Sarmat “Satan 2”
The fundamental reason for concern about missile proliferation is that missile systems can be used to deliver nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons over large distances. The desire for longer-range missiles and nuclear, biological, and chemical warheads has increased as missiles and missile production technology have become more widely available.