Upper-Tier BMD
Arrow 3
Strategic exo-atmospheric ballistic-missile-defense system
System Status
Active
Updated 2026-03-14
Arrow 2 (lower-tier complement)
Key Specifications
Range Unavailable
Not published in official English-accessible sources reviewed Altitude Reported
Exo-atmospheric intercept (protects against short-, medium-, and intermediate-range ballistic missiles) Radar Unavailable
Not clearly published in official English material reviewed Interceptors
Arrow 3 interceptor (upper-tier, exo-atmospheric)
Mobility Strategic fixed / semi-mobile architecture
Operators Verified
Israel; Germany in implementation/delivery path Procurement & Transfer Activity
2024-12-24
Israel MOD and IAI signed major deal to expand Arrow 3 interceptor procurement
Verified 2025-03-05
Israel MOD announced additional implementation step in Arrow 3 sale to Germany
Verified Strengths
- + Strategic upper-tier layer rather than a tactical point-defense system
- + Strong political and deterrence value for national missile-defense postures
- + Tight fit with Israel's broader multi-layer architecture
Limitations
- - Specialized system with sparse user base
- - Many technical details remain intentionally undisclosed
- - Not designed for the lower-end threat set handled by systems like Iron Dome or NASAMS
Manufacturer
Israel Aerospace Industries (MLM Division) / Boeing
Israel / United States (cooperative program)
Sources
Evidence Labels
Verified Official manufacturer or government source
Reported Credible third-party or think-tank reporting
Unavailable Official sources do not publish this figure