Jericho 3
Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile
Basic Information
Name
Jericho 3
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missile
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
2011
Description
Jericho 3 is a solid-fueled intermediate-range ballistic missile developed and produced by Israel to replace its older Jericho 2 ballistic missiles. It was first tested in 2008, and entered service in 2011.1
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
4800.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Intermediate-range Ballistic Missile (IRBM)
Basing
TEL vehicle, silo-based, railcar-based
Range
4,800 – 6,500 km
Payload
Single warhead
Length
15.5 – 16.0 m
Diameter
1.56 m
LaunchWeight
29,000 kg
Warhead
High explosive, nuclear
Status
Operational
InService
2011 – present
Details
Country of Origin
Israel
Category
Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missiles (IRBM) (3,001 km - 5,500 km)
Air > Intermediate-Range Ballistic Missiles (IRBM) (3,001 km - 5,500 km)
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/jericho-3/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
15.5 m
Width
1.56 m
Height
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Weight
29000 kg
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