The IRIS-T (infrared imaging system tail/thrust vector-controlled) is a family of short range infrared homing air-to-air and short to medium range surface-to-air missiles. It is also called AIM-2000. [16][17]

May 7, 2017 · IRIS-T is a supreme short-range, incredibly maneuverable, all-aspect air-to-air missile. Equipped with an innovative infrared seeker, thrust-vector control and a dogfight optimized motor, you can engage any target from point-blank up to maximum range.

Oct 12, 2022 · Germany has delivered the first of four high-tech air-defense missile systems to Ukraine. The IRIS-T is designed to protect cities and armies from air attacks.

Feb 3, 2025 · The German Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) and Diehl Defence have finalised an agreement for the advancement and mass production of the IRIS-T Block II air-to-air missile system.

The IRIS-T is an extremely versatile, upgraded version of the AIM-9 Sidewinder. With low-cost implementation into prior systems and unmatched maneuverability compared to other missiles, the IRIS-T offers greater determent guarantees against …

Feb 1, 2025 · Diehl Defence, a German arms manufacturer, has announced a contract for further development of the IRIS-T Block II, a new variant of the fairly widely-known IRIS-T air-to-air missile operated in over a dozen nations.

IRIS-T. The IRIS-T guided missile was developed as aircraft armament for air-to-air missions within a European cooperation program. The combination of thrust vector and aerodynamic control provides the missile with extremely high agility.

Dec 31, 2024 · The IRIS-T SLM (Infra-Red Imaging System – Tail/Thrust Vector-Controlled, Surface-Launched Medium Range) is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system developed by the German company Diehl Defence.

Jan 31, 2025 · The IRIS-T (InfraRed Imaging System – Tail/Thrust Vector Controlled) is a European short-range air-to-air missile designed for aerial dogfights. It serves as one of the standard armaments for the Eurofighter Typhoon and Gripen fighter jets, and is also integrated into the F-16, Spain’s EF-18 Hornets, and F-5E Tigers.

Feb 22, 2024 · Diehl Defence, a leading defense company based in Germany, has recently unveiled the development of a new advanced version of the IRIS-T air defense missile system, named the IRIS-T SLX.