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ASN4G Hypersonic Nuclear Missile

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ASN4G Hypersonic Nuclear Missile

The ASN4G (Air-Sol Nucléaire de 4e Génération) is France's next-generation hypersonic nuclear standoff missile to replace ASMP-A. Will be capable of Mach 5+ speeds, penetrating next-generation air defenses. Designed for carriage by the Rafale F4/F5 and future SCAF aircraft.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginFrance
ManufacturerMBDA
Introduced2035
StatusIn development
Range1,000
Speed6,000

History

Program launched officially 2020. Funded in French military programming law 2024-2030. Entry into service targeted for mid-2030s. Will maintain France's airborne nuclear leg credibility as adversary defenses improve.

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Francedevelopment, IOC ~2035confirmed

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