What are AIM-9L?
What are AIM-9L?
The AIM-9L is an American infrared homing air-to-air missile, it was introduced in Update 1.85 “Supersonic”.
When was the aim-9L introduced?
AIM-9L. This version of the Sidewinder, introduced in 1976 is characterized by having a more powerful solid fuel engine, the Bermite Mk. 36, as well as several improvements that increase the maneuverability of the missile.
Who makes the AIM 9X?
Raytheon
AIM-9X belongs to the family of AIM-9 Sidewinder short-range missiles produced by Raytheon. It is an infrared air-to-air missile primarily developed for the US Air Force and the US Navy. The AIM-9X Sidewinder missile is currently in service with more than 24 countries worldwide.
What is the range of an AIM-9 missile?
0.6 to 22 miles
| AIM-9 Sidewinder | |
|---|---|
| Operational range | 0.6 to 22 miles (1.0 to 35.4 km) |
| Maximum speed | Mach 2.5+ |
| Guidance system | Infrared homing (most models) Semi-active radar homing (AIM-9C) |
| Launch platform | Aircraft, naval vessels, fixed launchers, and ground vehicles |
How fast is an aim 9?
| AIM-9 Sidewinder | |
|---|---|
| Operational range | 0.6 to 22 miles (1.0 to 35.4 km) |
| Maximum speed | Mach 2.5+ |
| Guidance system | Infrared homing (most models) Semi-active radar homing (AIM-9C) |
| Launch platform | Aircraft, naval vessels, fixed launchers, and ground vehicles |
How expensive is a Sidewinder?
| AIM-9 Sidewinder | |
|---|---|
| Unit cost | US$381,069.74, AIM-9X all up round Block II FY 2019 US$209,492.75, AIM-9X captive air training missile Block II FY 2019 US$399,500.00, AIM-9X all up round Block II Plus FY 2019 |
| Produced | 1953-present |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 188 pounds (85.3 kg) |