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Short-range air-to-air missile
AAM-3 is a short-range air-to-air missile originating in Japan. It was built by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Reported operators include Japanese Air Self-Defence Force.
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Sourced dimensions beside a 1.75 m human reference.
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| Observation / report period | Value | Source | Claim state |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Oct 2026 | 3.1 m | Wikipedia contributors | superseded |
| 2 Oct 2026 | 3.1 m | Wikipedia contributors | approved |
Short-range air-to-air missile
Japan
Japanese Air Self-Defence Force
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
US$90,000−150,000
91 kilograms (200 pounds 10 ounces )
3.1 metres (10 feet )
127 millimetres (5.0 inches )
laser proximity
solid fuel rocket motor
>13 kilometres (8.1 miles )
dual wavelength light wave homing + infrared homing/ultraviolet homing, with infrared counter-counter-measures (IRCCM)
Mitsubishi F-15J/DJ Mitsubishi F-2 F-4EJ Kai
91 kg
Infrared Homing / Ultraviolet Homing (EO-UV/IR)
7-13 km
Mach 3.5
The Mitsubishi AAM-3 or Type 90 air-to-air missile ( 90式空対空誘導弾 ) is a short-range all-aspect air-to-air missile developed by Japan .
Length: 3.1 m
Length: 3.1 m
Diameter: 127 mm
Diameter: 127 mm
Weight: 91 kg
Range: 7-13 km
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