David's Sling
David's Sling is an Israeli medium-range air defense system jointly developed by Rafael and Raytheon. Its Stunner interceptor uses a dual-seeker combining radar and electro-optical/infrared sensors for a hit-to-kill engagement. It fills the gap between Iron Dome and the Arrow system, targeting cruise missiles, large-caliber rockets, and short-range ballistic missiles. Also known as Magic Wand, Sharvit Ksamim, David's Sling.
Stunner / SkyCeptor Interceptor
Category
Interceptor
Range
300km
Status
Active
Origin
IL
Operators
Israel
Designation: Stunner / SkyCeptor Interceptor
Overview
David's Sling is an Israeli medium-range air defense system jointly developed by Rafael and Raytheon. Its Stunner interceptor uses a dual-seeker combining radar and electro-optical/infrared sensors for a hit-to-kill engagement. It fills the gap between Iron Dome and the Arrow system, targeting cruise missiles, large-caliber rockets, and short-range ballistic missiles.
Technical specification
Range
300 km
Length
4.6 m
Weight
400 kg
Speed
Mach 7.5
Mach
Mach 7.5
Max altitude
15 km
Propulsion
solid fuel
Guidance
radar active, infrared, electro optical
Country of origin
IL
Year introduced
2017
Status
In service