Fajr-3 (missile)

This article is about the ballistic missile. For the artillery rocket, see Fajr-3

Fajr-3
Type	Strategic MRBM
Service history
In service	2006–present
Used by	Iran
Production history
Manufacturer	Iran
Specifications
Warhead	Three
Engine	Liquid
Operational range	Unknown (estimated 2,500 km)
Guidance system	inertial

The Iranian-made Fajr-3 (فجر-۳, meaning "dawn") is believed to be a medium-range ballistic missile with an unknown range (estimated 2,000 km, 1,250 miles). Iranian officials have said that the missile can avoid radar detection and has multiple independently targeted reentry vehicles (MIRV).

The Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps unveiled the missile during the Holy Prophet wargames on March 31, 2006. Islamic Republic of Iran Air Force commander Gen. Hossein Salami announced on television "the successful test-firing of a new missile with greater technical and tactical capabilities than those previously produced". He also said that the missile would carry three warheads, and that each warhead would be capable of hitting its target precisely. He did not specify the missile's range, which can vary with the payload.

Operators

• Iran

See also

• Military of Iran
• Air Force of the Army of the Guardians of the Islamic Revolution
• Iranian military industry
• Current Equipment of the Iranian Army

References

• Ali Akbar Dareini (1 April 2006). "Iran test-fires missile that can avoid radar". The San Diego Union-Tribune. Associate Press. Retrieved 3 August 2006.

External links

• "Iran testfires missile". The Hindu. Associated Press. 1 April 2006.
• "Iran Test-Fires Another 'Top Secret' Missile". Fox News. Associated Press. 5 April 2006.
• "Iran Says New Missile Test Successful". Military.com. Associated Press. 3 April 2006.