MilitaryNASAMS III
Missile Systemconfirmed
NASAMS III is a modern short to medium-range ground-based air defense system, an upgraded version of the NASAMS family. It utilizes advanced sensors and various interceptor missiles, including the AIM-120 AMRAAM and AMRAAM-ER, to engage aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace, Raytheon |
| Introduced | 2019 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 4,900 km/h |
| Range | 40 km |
| Crew | 3 |
History
Developed by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Raytheon in the US, it entered service in 2019, building upon the success of previous NASAMS versions.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | Medium-range SAM | confirmed |
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