JERNAS is the export name for the Rapier FSC (Field Standard C) air defence system. JERNAS is based on the Rapier Mk 2 missile and launcher which is in service with the British Army and Royal Air Force, the Blindfire tracking radar and the Dagger surveillance radar.
Characteristics of RAPIER / JERNAS MISSILE
Length 2.24 m
Weight 43 kg
Diameter 0.166m
Warhead Dual mode blast/fragmenting
Speed > Mach 2.5
Manoeuvrability > 35 g throughout its dynamic range
Maximum range > 8 km
SSKP > 90%
