First revealed in 1988. The original V-3B Kukri version was similar to the French Magic. A lightened version, Darter U, entered production in 1994. Darter A was a version of Darter U with a greater look-angle and an imaging infra-red seeker,.

Manufacturer: Denel. Location: Pretoria, Republic of South Africa. Total Mass: 78 kg (172 lb). Core Diameter: 0.13 m (0.42 ft). Total Length: 2.93 m (9.60 ft). Span: 0.53 m (1.73 ft). Maximum range: 4.00 km (2.40 mi). Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket. Guidance: Infrared Homing.