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51T6

Missile · Russia

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Russian anti-ballistic missile. Exo-atmospheric interceptor component of A-135 ABM system.

Maximum range: 350 km (210 mi). Standard warhead: Nuclear. Boost Propulsion: Solid rocket. Cruise engine: Liquid rocket. Initial Operational Capability: 1995.

Country
Russia
Launch Sites
Sary Shagan
Agency
Grushin

Chronology

4 events

1979 March 1

Launch Site: Sary Shagan. LV Family: A-135. Launch Vehicle: 51T6.
  • Test launch - . Nation: Russia. Agency: PKO. Apogee: 10 km (6 mi).

1979 December 1

Launch Site: Sary Shagan. LV Family: A-135. Launch Vehicle: 51T6.
  • ABM test - . Nation: Russia. Agency: PKO. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi).

1982 June 1

Launch Site: Sary Shagan. LV Family: A-135. Launch Vehicle: 51T6.
  • ABM test - . Nation: Russia. Agency: PKO. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi).

2002 October 2

Launch Site: Sary Shagan. LV Family: A-135. Launch Vehicle: 51T6.
  • Test launch - . Nation: Russia. Agency: PKO. Apogee: 100 km (60 mi).