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K-13 (missile)

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K-13 (missile)

The Vympel K-13 (NATO reporting name: AA-2 "Atoll") is a short-range, infrared homing air-to-air missile family developed by the Soviet Union. The K-13 is a reverse engineered copy of the American AIM-9 Sidewinder, hence the similar appearance. Although it since has been replaced by more modern missiles in front-line service, it has seen widespread service with many nations.

Specifications

TypeMissile System
OriginSoviet Union
ManufacturerVympel
Introduced1961
StatusIn service
Weight0.09 t
Length2.74 m
Speed3,087 km/h
Range4 km
Wingspan13 m
Guidance systeminfrared homing

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