MIM-72 / M48 Chaparral
Forward Area Air-Defense System [FAADS]
| Specifications | |
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| Length | 114.5in (2.91m) |
| Body diameter | 5.0in (12.7cm) |
| Span | 25in (64cm) |
| Launch weight | 185lbs (84kg) |
| Propulsion | Rocketdyne MK36 Mod 5 single-stage solid motor |
| Guidance | Initial optical aiming. IR homing to target heat emitter |
| Maximum range | About 5,250 yards (4,800m) |
| Maximum effective altitude | About 8,200 ft (2,500m) |
| Flight speed | About mach 2.5 |
| Warhead | 28lbs (12.7kg) continuous rod HE |
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