Object Details
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This is a model of unknown scale of the Aspide, an Italian air-to-air missile based on the U.S. Sparrow air-to-air missile. Carrying a conventional warhead, the missile utilizes a solid-fuel motor and has a maximum speed of Mach 4 and range of 75 kilometers. The Aspide has also been modifed for use as a surface-to-air missile in various weapons systems known as Spada, Skyguard, Albatross, and Aramis.
The manufacturer of this model is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated it to the museum.
Credit Line
Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde
Inventory Number
A19981644000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Plastic, adhesive decal, paint
Dimensions
11.43 x 25.72 x 11.43cm (4 1/2in. x 10 1/8in. x 4 1/2in.) (Approximate)
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19981644000