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Trident D5

Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
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Trident D5
Operational Photo
The USS Nebraska (SSBN-739), which carries Trident missiles. Photo: U.S. NavyCSIS Missile Defense Project
The USS Nebraska (SSBN-739), which carries Trident missiles. Photo: U.S. Navy
USS Maryland (SSBN-738) test fires a Trident II ICBM. Photo: U.S. Navy
USS Maine (SSBN-741) test fires a Trident II ICBM. Photo: U.S. Navy
Basic Information
Name
Trident D5
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
1990
Description

The UGM-133 Trident II D5 is a three-stage, solid-fueled submarine-launched intercontinental-range ballistic missile. The Trident D5 missile is deployed by both the United States and United Kingdom on their respective Ohio- and Vanguard-class nuclear missile submarines.

Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range 2000.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM)
Basing Submarine-launched
Range Minimum 2,000 km, Maximum 12,000 km
Payload Up to 8 MIRV Mk 4 or Mk 5 warheads, 2,800 kg
Length 13.42 m
Diameter 2.11 m
LaunchWeight 59,090 kg
Warhead W76 100 kT or W88 475 kT
Status Operational
InService 1990-Present
Details
Country of Origin United States
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/trident/

Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
13.42 m
Width
2.11 m
Height
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Weight
59090 kg
Operators (2)
United States
United Kingdom
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