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AIM-120C AMRAAM

Missile Systemconfirmed

AIM-120C AMRAAM

The AIM-120C AMRAAM is an advanced medium-range air-to-air missile, an improved variant of the original AMRAAM family. It features clipped fins and wings for internal carriage on stealth aircraft and enhanced guidance capabilities.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginUnited States
ManufacturerRaytheon
Introduced1996
StatusIn service
Speed4,900 km/h
Range105 km
Weight0.152 t

History

Developed in the US and entering service in 1996, the AIM-120C has been a crucial weapon for modern air combat, used by many countries globally.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Israel—confirmed
Pakistan1confirmed
Italy—confirmed
Indonesia—confirmed
Spain—confirmed
Ukraine—confirmed

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