Shaheen 3
Mobile Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM)
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Basic Information
Name
Shaheen 3
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Mobile Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
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Description
The Shaheen 3 missile is a two-stage, solid-fueled medium-range ballistic missile in development by Pakistan. The missile is reportedly capable of carrying both nuclear and conventional payloads to a range of 2,750 km, which would make it the longest range missile in Pakistan’s strategic arsenal.1 It was first publicly displayed during a military parade in March 2016.2 The Shaheen 3 is road-mobile and reportedly mounted on a Chinese transporter erector launcher.3
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
2750.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Medium-Range Ballistic Missile (MRBM)
Basing
Road-mobile
Range
2,750 km
Payload
Nuclear, conventional
Length
19.3 m
Diameter
1.4 m
Status
In development
Details
Country of Origin
Pakistan
Category
Medium-Range Ballistic Missiles (MRBM) (1,001 km - 3,000 km)
Air > Medium-Range Ballistic Missiles (MRBM) (1,001 km - 3,000 km)
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/shaheen-3/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
19.3 m
Width
1.4 m
Height
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Weight
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