MilitaryAIM-9 Sidewinder
Missile Systemconfirmed
The AIM-9 Sidewinder is a short-range, heat-seeking air-to-air missile widely used by numerous air forces around the world. It is known for its infrared guidance system and has undergone many upgrades since its introduction, with the AIM-9X being the latest variant.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon |
| Introduced | 1956 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 3,087 km/h |
| Range | 35 km |
| Weight | 0.085 t |
History
Developed by the United States Navy and first entering service in 1956, the Sidewinder has been used by many countries and in numerous conflicts worldwide.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | — | confirmed |
| Pakistan | 1 | confirmed |
| Italy | — | confirmed |
| Indonesia | — | confirmed |
| Iran | — | confirmed |
| Ukraine | — | confirmed |
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