Fajr-3 (missile)

Shahab-3
TypeStrategic MRBM
Service history
In service2006–present
Used byAerospace force of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
Production history
ManufacturerAerospace industries organization
Unit costUnknown
Specifications
Warhead3 Conventional warheads

EngineLiquid
Operational
range
Unknown (estimated 2,500 km)
Guidance
system
Inertial

The Iranian-made Fajr-3 is believed to be a medium-range ballistic missile with an unknown range (estimated 2,000 km, 1,250 miles).

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps unveiled the missile during the Holy Prophet wargames on March 31, 2006. Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force commander Brigade general Hossein Salami announced on television "the successful test-firing of a new missile with greater technical and tactical capabilities than those previously produced". He did not specify the missile's range, which can vary with the payload.

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References

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  • Ali Akbar Dareini (1 April 2006). "Iran test-fires missile that can avoid radar". The San Diego Union-Tribune. Associated Press. Retrieved 3 August 2006.
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