Strela-1

The Strela-3 began development in 1968 in parallel with the Strela-1M. It was accepted by the military for production in 1974, and featured further improved range, target speed, ability to discriminate between decoys and the true target, and altitude capability. It also featured an all-aspect homing head.

Target speed range 950 to 1100 kph.

Manufacturer: Nepobidimy. Location: Kolomna, Russian Federation. Total Mass: 10 kg (23 lb). Core Diameter: 0.0720 m (0.2360 ft). Total Length: 1.42 m (4.65 ft). Span: 0.16 m (0.52 ft). Maximum range: 2.70 km (1.60 mi). Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket, dual thrust. Guidance: Cooled Infrared Homing. Maximum speed: 2,700 kph (1,600 mph). Ceiling: 3,000 m (9,800 ft). Floor: 30 m (98 ft).

Naval version of Strela-3.

Manufacturer: Altair/Nepobidimy. Location: Moscow, Russian Federation. Total Mass: 9.80 kg (21.60 lb). Core Diameter: 0.0720 m (0.2360 ft). Total Length: 1.42 m (4.65 ft). Span: 0.16 m (0.52 ft). Standard warhead mass: 1.80 kg (3.90 lb). Maximum range: 4.00 km (2.40 mi). Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket, dual thrust. Guidance: Cooled Infrared Homing. Maximum speed: 2,030 kph (1,260 mph). Minimum range: 1.30 km (0.80 mi). Ceiling: 5,000 m (16,400 ft).

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