Rafael unveils SUPER ICE, new long-range cruise missile capable of launching from air, land and sea
The new missile features a 1,000-pound warhead, advanced navigation technology and the ability to strike targets from long distances in all weather conditions
Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems unveiled its new SUPER ICE cruise missile on Wednesday, designed to strike high-value targets over long distances from air, land and sea.
The missile expands Rafael's existing ICE BREAKER family and is designed to operate in challenging environments, including against advanced air defense systems.
SUPER ICE carries a 1,000-pound (454-kilogram) warhead, allowing it to deliver significant destructive power against strategically important targets.
The missile can fly at low altitudes, following the terrain, and operate in all weather conditions. It also uses advanced navigation and image-recognition technology to accurately identify and strike targets.
SUPER ICE is designed for 'stand-off attacks,' meaning it can be launched from long distances, reducing the need for aircraft to approach heavily defended targets.
Rafael said the missile can be integrated into various aircraft without major modifications and is also compatible with ground-based and naval launch systems.
The company emphasized that SUPER ICE shares launch infrastructure, mission-planning systems and logistical support with existing ICE BREAKER missiles, potentially reducing operational costs.
"This is the best cruise missile of its kind in the world. It is the ideal solution for delivering stand-off firepower and destroying high-value targets, including air defense systems, from long distances," Rafael Chairman Yuval Steinitz said.