M4 SLBM

M4 SLBM
M4 SLBM
Basic data
Function	SLBM
Manufacturer	EADS SPACE Transportation
Entered service	1985
General characteristics
Engine	three stage solid propellant
Launch mass	36,000 kg
Length	11,50 m
Diameter	1,93 m
Speed
Range	5000 km
Warhead	6 MIRV using the 150 kt of TNT (630 TJ) TN-71, with penetration aids
Guidance	Inertial
Launch platform	Inflexible

The M4 was a French Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile (SLBM) deployed on the nuclear Le Redoutable class submarines (except the Redoutable herself, which was not reffited)

They entered service on the 1 May 1985. They were the French MIRV-capable nuclear missiles, with six 150 kilotonne warheads.

They were replaced by the improved M45 SLBM missile which is currently in active service abord the Le Triomphant class submarines.

French nuclear armament
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