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M51

Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
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M51
Operational Photo
An M51 missile in a surface launch test. Photo: French Ministry of Armed ForcesCSIS Missile Defense Project
An M51 missile in a surface launch test. Photo: French Ministry of Armed Forces
M51 missile after launch. Photo: French Ministry of Armed Forces
French submarine Le Téméraire (S617) test fires an M51 in June 2020. Photo: French Ministry of Armed Forces
Basic Information
Name
M51
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
2010
Description

The M51 is a French long-range, solid-fueled, MIRV-capable, submarine-launched ballistic missile. It is a core component of France’s nuclear deterrent force.

Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range 8000.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class Sub-launched ballistic missile (SLBM)
Basing Sub-launched
Range 8,000 km
Payload 4-6 MIRVed warheads
Length 13 m
Diameter 2.35 m
LaunchWeight 53,000 kg
Warhead 6 X 230 kg nuclear MIRV TN-75 (6 X 500 kg nuclear MIRV TNO for M-51.2)
Status Operational
InService 2010 – Present
Details
Country of Origin France
Category Intercontinental-Range Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) (More than 5,500 km)
Air > Intercontinental-Range Ballistic Missiles (ICBM) (More than 5,500 km)
Sources

CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/m51/

Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
13 m
Width
2.35 m
Height
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Weight
53000 kg
Operators (1)
France
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