Tien Chien 1

Air-to-air missile. Family: Sidewinder. Country: Taiwan. Alternate Designation: Skysword 1.

Based on the AIM-9N Sidewinder.

Manufacturer: Chung Shan Institute. Location: Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan). Total Mass: 90 kg (198 lb). Core Diameter: 0.13 m (0.42 ft). Total Length: 2.87 m (9.40 ft). Span: 0.61 m (2.00 ft). Maximum range: 4.80 km (2.90 mi). Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket. Guidance: Infrared Homing.

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