Rapier

Tracked Rapier used a mobile, amphibiouis, armored launcher.

Towed Rapier came in optical and blindfire radar versions; the was cancelled. The Rapier FSC version had an anti-cruise missile capability with effective range of 7.5 km, and could engage two targets simultaneously. Rapier 2000 had updated electronics.

Manufacturer: British Aircraft Corporation. Location: London, UK. Guidance contractor: BAE SYSTEMS/Decca/Barr & Stroud. Total Mass: 43 kg (94 lb). Core Diameter: 0.13 m (0.42 ft). Total Length: 2.24 m (7.34 ft). Span: 0.38 m (1.24 ft). Standard warhead mass: 9.00 kg (19.80 lb). Maximum range: 7.50 km (4.60 mi). Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket. Cruise Propulsion: Solid rocket. Guidance: Command to line of sight. Maximum speed: 2,480 kph (1,540 mph). Minimum range: 1.30 km (0.80 mi). Ceiling: 3,000 m (9,800 ft).