Object Details
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This is a model of unknown scale of the Standard Missile (SM), a U.S. Navy ship-launched missile which has been produced in three major types, the SM-1, SM-2, and SM-3. The first two have solid-fuel motors and conventional warheads. The first SM-1 deployed in 1970 had a range of 19 miles and was primarily an anti-aircraft missile. An advanced SM-1 version entered service in 1981 and had a range of 35 miles. The first SM-2 was also deployed in 1981 and had a range of over 45 miles, but it could be used against aircraft, anti-ship missiles, and surface targets. The more advanced SM-3 is an anti-ballistic missile which employs a hit-to-kill vehicle.
The model's manufacturer is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated it to the museum.
Credit Line
Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde
Inventory Number
A19981612000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Wood
Unknown Metal
Varnish
Steel
Aluminum
Felt
Adhesive
Ink
Missile and stand which attaches it to the base are one piece and metal. Base is wood with metal nameplate.
Dimensions
Other (Base): 12.07 x 9.37 x 2.54cm (4 3/4in. x 3 11/16in. x 1in.)
Overall (Model and Base): 12.07 x 12.07 x 10.16cm (4 3/4in. x 4 3/4in. x 4in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19981612000