Bloodhound
Bloodhound
Surface-to-air missile. Country: UK.


Model: Bloodhound Mk. 1. IOC: 1958. Country: UK. Manufacturer's Designation: Bloodhound Mk.1. Popular Name: Red Duster.

Liftoff Thrust: 66.600 kN (14,972 lbf). Total Mass: 1,360 kg (2,990 lb). Core Diameter: 0.55 m (1.80 ft). Total Length: 7.74 m (25.39 ft). Span: 2.90 m (9.50 ft). Maximum range: 56 km (34 mi). Boost Propulsion: Turbojet. Guidance: Active Radar Homing. Maximum speed: 3,390 kph (2,100 mph).


Model: Bloodhound Mk. 2. Country: UK.

4 wrap-around spr, ramjet sustainer. Program ended.

Manufacturer: MATRA BAe Dynamics. Location: London, UK. Guidance contractor: Ferranti. Core Diameter: 0.55 m (1.79 ft). Total Length: 7.77 m (25.51 ft). Span: 2.84 m (9.30 ft). Maximum range: 213 km (132 mi). Boost engine: 2 x Thor ramjet. Guidance: Semi-Active Radar Homing.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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