R-36 M2 missile system

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:missile
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:Cold_War
gptkbp:conflict various military conflicts
gptkbp:country_of_origin gptkb:Soviet_Union
gptkbp:crew minimal crew required
gptkbp:current_status phased out of service
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:1988
strategic missile forces
deployed in multiple locations
gptkbp:development 1960s to 1980s
gptkbp:diameter 3.0 meters
gptkbp:engine_type RD-264
gptkbp:first_flight gptkb:1973
gptkbp:guidance_system inertial guidance system
within 500 meters
gptkbp:historical_significance significant during the Cold War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label R-36 M2 missile system
gptkbp:international_relations up to 25 megatons
nuclear capable
gptkbp:is_tested_for numerous test launches conducted
gptkbp:launch_date low launch frequency
gptkbp:launch_platform silos
automated launch control system
gptkbp:launch_site various silos in Russia
gptkbp:launched 30 minutes
silo-based launch
gptkbp:legacy legacy of Soviet missile technology
gptkbp:length 34.3 meters
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Moscow_Institute_of_Thermal_Technology
gptkbp:max_takeoff_weight 210,000 kg
gptkbp:membership gptkb:SS-18_Satan
gptkbp:military_branch gptkb:Russian_Strategic_Rocket_Forces
gptkbp:modifications various upgrades over time
gptkbp:number_built over 100
gptkbp:operational_range 10,000 km
gptkbp:operational_status active
gptkbp:operational_theater global
gptkbp:payload_capacity up to 8,000 kg
gptkbp:propulsion liquid propellant
gptkbp:range gptkb:Kapustin_Yar
10,000 km
gptkbp:reliability high reliability
gptkbp:retirement replacement by newer systems
gptkbp:retirement_year gptkb:2016
gptkbp:service_entry gptkb:1988
gptkbp:status in service
gptkbp:stealth_features limited radar cross-section
gptkbp:strategic_goals key component of strategic deterrence
gptkbp:strategic_importance high strategic importance
deterrent
gptkbp:successor gptkb:RS-28_Sarmat
R-36 M3
gptkbp:training extensive training for operators
gptkbp:treaty subject to arms control treaties
gptkbp:warhead_type multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (MIRVs)
gptkbp:weight 210,000 kg
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Mikhail_Yangel
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6