Air-Sol Moyenne Portée (ASMP/ ASMP-A)
Supersonic land-attack cruise missile (LACM)
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
Air-Sol Moyenne Portée (ASMP/ ASMP-A)
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Supersonic land-attack cruise missile (LACM)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
1986
Description
The Air-Sol Moyenne Portée (ASMP/ ASMP-A) is an air-launched land-attack cruise missile that carries a nuclear payload. It is a central component of France’s nuclear deterrent force.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
80.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Supersonic Land Attack Cruise Missile (LACM)
Basing
Air- or surface-based
Range
80 -300 km (ASMP-A: 500 km)
Payload
200 kg
Length
5.38 m
Diameter
0.38 m
LaunchWeight
860 kg
Warhead
TN- 80/ TN- 81, 300 kT Nuclear
Status
Operational
InService
1986 (ASMP-A: 2009)
Details
Country of Origin
France
Category
Short-Range Cruise Missiles (SRCM) (Less than 600 km)
Air > Short-Range Cruise Missiles (SRCM) (Less than 600 km)
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/asmp/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
5.38 m
Width
0.38 m
Height
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Weight
860 kg
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