MilitaryAGM-65 Maverick
Missile Systemconfirmed
The AGM-65 Maverick is an air-to-ground tactical missile designed for close air support and interdiction against a wide range of targets. It is guided by various systems, including electro-optical, laser, and infrared, depending on the variant.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon |
| Introduced | 1972 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 1,150 km/h |
| Range | 27 km |
| Weight | 0.21 t |
History
Developed by Hughes Aircraft and later produced by Raytheon in the United States, the Maverick entered service in 1972 and has been widely used in numerous conflicts since then.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | — | confirmed |
| Pakistan | 1 | confirmed |
| Japan | — | confirmed |
| Italy | — | confirmed |
| Indonesia | — | confirmed |
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