SPEAR 3
Air-to-surface missile (ASM)
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Basic Information
Name
SPEAR 3
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Air-to-surface missile (ASM)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
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Description
The Selective Precision Effects At Range Capability 3 (Spear 3) missile is a member of the Brimstone family of cruise missiles. The land-attack and antiship air-launched cruise missile is designed to be internally carried by the F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter aircraft. Currently in development, the missile is scheduled to enter service in the mid-2020s.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
120.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Air-to-Surface cruise missile (land-attack & antiship capable)
Basing
Air-launched
Range
120-140+ km
Payload
N/A
Length
2.0 m
Diameter
0.180 m
Warhead
Multi-effect (Tandem-shaped penetrating charge, high explosive/fragmentary)
Status
In Development
InService
N/A
Details
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Category
Anti-Ship Missiles
Air > Anti-Ship Missiles
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/spear-3/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
2 m
Width
0.18 m
Height
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Weight
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