Wednesday, January 07, 2009

48N6E

IOC: 1992

48N6E2

IOC: 1996

Origin
Russia

Applications
S-300PMU2
S-400

Family Members
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Description: The 48N6E2 is an improved version of the 48N6E long range, Surface-to-Air Missile (SAM). The new missile retains the 48N6E capabilities against aircraft, cruise missiles and UAVs but features improved capabilities against Theater Ballistic Missiles (TBMs) and even interception capability against Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs). 48N6E2 would be able to engage incoming ballistic missiles at Mach 9.

The 48N6E2 has been associated to the upgraded S-300PMU2 air defense system but seems to be likely 48N6E2 compatibility with existing S-300PMU1 systems.

Specifications
Dimensions: Diameter 500 mm, Length 7.5 m

Weights: Warhead 145 kg (320 lb), Weight 1,835 kg (4,045 lb)

Performance: Ceiling 27,000 m (88,583 ft), Max Range 200 km (108 nm), Min Range 5,000 m (16,404 ft), Target's Max Speed 2,800 mps (Mach 8.43), Top Speed 2,158 mps (Mach 6.50)

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China

Russia

Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Saturday, December 20, 2008

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