Minuteman III
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)
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Basic Information
Name
Minuteman III
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
1970
Description
The LGM-30G Minuteman III is a three-stage, solid-fueled, intercontinental-range ballistic missile. The Minuteman III is the sole land-based component of the U.S. nuclear triad. The Minuteman III has a fast launch time, nearly 100 percent testing reliability, and backup airborne launch controllers to preserve retaliatory capabilities.1
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
13000.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)
Basing
Silo-based
Range
13,000 km
Payload
Up to 3 Mk 12A; 1 Mk 21 RV with penetration aids
Length
18.2 m
Diameter
1.85 m
LaunchWeight
34,467 kg
Warhead
W78 at 335 kT, W87 at 300 kT nuclear
Status
Operational
InService
1970-Present
Details
Country of Origin
United States
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/minuteman-iii/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
18.2 m
Width
1.85 m
Height
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Weight
34467 kg
Operators (1)
United States
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