Missiles and missile defence

ROCKETS AND MISSILES encompass an extremely diverse class of weapons. A rocket is a self-propelled vehicle without a guidance system (once it is fired it cannot be redirected). Most rockets have a relatively short range and can carry only small payloads. A missile is a self-propelled, guided or unguided projectile designed to deliver a weapon or other payload. Missiles are typically powered by rockets or jet engines. Their range varies from a few hundred kilometers (short range) to more than 5,500 kilometers (intercontinental). Some missiles are relatively crude instruments, while others are highly sophisticated. Their potential payloads range from a few kilograms of conventional weapons to megaton nuclear warheads.

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