3M22 Zircon
Type: Hypersonic Cruise Missile
Domain: sea
Country of Origin: Russia
Manufacturer: NPO Mashinostroyeniya
NATO Designation: SS-N-33
First Deployed: 2023
Overview
The 3M22 Zircon is Russia's hypersonic sea-launched cruise/anti-ship missile developed by NPO Mashinostroyeniya. It achieves estimated Mach 8-9 during its boost and terminal phases with a range quoted at 1,000+ km. Launched from the 3S14 UKSK VLS aboard Admiral Gorshkov-class frigates and Yasen-M submarines. The plasma cloud surrounding the missile at hypersonic speeds provides inherent stealth properties. Russia conducted first-ever Zircon combat launch from Admiral Gorshkov in January 2023. The missile can engage both surface ships and land targets. Current production numbers are believed to be small.
Technical Specifications
| range | 1,000+ km |
|---|---|
| speed | Mach 8-9 |
| length | ~9 m |
| warhead | 300-400 kg HE or nuclear |
| propulsion | Scramjet |
| launch_platform | Surface ships (3S14 VLS), submarines |
Operators
- Russia
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