AGM-69 SRAM vs 9K720 Iskander

Overview

The AGM-69 SRAM and the 9K720 Iskander are both Ballistic missiles.

The 9K720 Iskander has a range of 500 km — 2.5x the AGM-69 SRAM's 200 km. The AGM-69 SRAM reaches 4,322 km/h vs 7,285 km/h for the 9K720 Iskander. The AGM-69 SRAM carries a 125 kg warhead vs 710 kg for the 9K720 Iskander. Launch weight is 1,010 kg for the AGM-69 SRAM vs 4,615 kg for the 9K720 Iskander. The AGM-69 SRAM uses Inertial measurement unit and radar altimeter guidance, while the 9K720 Iskander relies on Inertial guidance, optical, GPS / GLONASS.

The AGM-69 SRAM has been produced in 1,500 units vs 900 for the 9K720 Iskander. Unit cost is $0.592M for the AGM-69 SRAM vs $3M for the 9K720 Iskander. The AGM-69 SRAM entered service 34 years before the 9K720 Iskander (1972 vs 2006).

AGM-69 SRAM

American ballistic missile, entered service in 1972, uses inertial measurement unit and radar altimeter guidance.
Origin 🇺🇸 United States
Category Ballistic
Type Tactical ballistic missile
Manufacturer Boeing
Service year 1972
Number produced 1,500 units
Estimated unit price $0.6 million
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9K720 Iskander

Russian short-range ballistic missile, entered service in 2006, using inertial and optical guidance.
Origin 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Ballistic
Type Short-range ballistic missile
Manufacturer Votkinsk
Service year 2006
Number produced 900 units
Estimated unit price $3 million
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AGM-69 SRAM

Range 200.0 km ◉
Maximum speed Mach 3.5 ◉
Weight 1,010 kg ◉
Warhead 125.0 kg ◉
Length 4.47 m ◉
Diameter 447 mm ◉
Guidance Inertial measurement unit and radar altimeter
Warhead type Nuclear

9K720 Iskander

Range 500.0 km ◉
Maximum speed Mach 5.9 ◉
Weight 4,615 kg ◉
Warhead 710.0 kg ◉
Length 7.30 m ◉
Diameter 920 mm ◉
Guidance Inertial guidance, optical, GPS / GLONASS
Warhead type Thermonuclear weapon

Performance Radar Chart

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has longer range, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The 9K720 Iskander has a longer range at 500 km compared to the AGM-69 SRAM's 200 km.
Which is faster, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The 9K720 Iskander is faster with a maximum speed of Mach 5.9 compared to the AGM-69 SRAM's Mach 3.5.
Which has a larger warhead, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The 9K720 Iskander carries a larger warhead at 710 kg compared to the AGM-69 SRAM's 125 kg.
Which is heavier, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The 9K720 Iskander is heavier at 4,615 kg compared to the AGM-69 SRAM's 1,010 kg.
Which is longer, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The 9K720 Iskander is longer at 7.30 meters compared to the AGM-69 SRAM's 4.47 meters.
What guidance systems do the AGM-69 SRAM and 9K720 Iskander use?
The AGM-69 SRAM uses Inertial measurement unit and radar altimeter guidance while the 9K720 Iskander uses Inertial guidance, optical, GPS / GLONASS guidance.
Which entered service first, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The AGM-69 SRAM entered service first in 1972, 34 years before the 9K720 Iskander which entered service in 2006.
Which has been built in greater numbers, the AGM-69 SRAM or 9K720 Iskander?
The AGM-69 SRAM has been produced in greater numbers with 1,500 units compared to 900 units of the 9K720 Iskander.

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