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AAM 3

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AAM-3

The Mitsubishi AAM-3 (Type 90 air-to-air missile, 90式空対空誘導弾) is a short-range air-to-air missile developed in Japan. It has been officially operated since 1991, and is expected to ultimately replace the US AIM-9 Sidewinder.

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Operators

 Japan
  • Japan Air Self-Defense Force
  • F-15J Eagle
  • Mitsubishi F-2
  • F-4EJ Kai
  • Specifications

  • Length: 3.1 m
  • Diameter: 127 mm
  • Weight: 91 kg
  • Guidance: Infrared homing
  • Range: 35 km
  • Speed: Mach 2.5
  • References

    AAM-3 Wikipedia