Kongsberg Joint Strike Missile (JSM)
Type: Ballistic Missile (ICBM)
Domain: air
Country of Origin: Norway
Manufacturer: Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace
First Deployed: 2023
Overview
Air-launched anti-ship and land-attack missile developed by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace as an evolution of the NSM. Specifically designed to fit within the F-35A internal weapons bay, preserving stealth signature. Features passive IR seeker with autonomous target recognition and terrain-following low-altitude attack profile. Range estimated at 500+ km. Japan joined Norway as launch customer.
Technical Specifications
| guidance | INS + GPS + multi-mode seeker (IIR + active radar) |
|---|---|
| length_m | 3.7 |
| range_km | 500 |
| weight_kg | 416 |
| hardpoints | F-35 internal bay compatible |
| warhead_kg | 120 |
| compatibility | F-35A/C internal bays only |
| max_speed_mach | 0.9 |
Operators
- Japan
- Norway
- Poland
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