This is a model of unknown scale of the AGM-65C, one of several Maverick air-to-ground missiles. It had a solid-fuel motor, a 125 lb conventional warhead, and a laser guidance system. Flight testing of the AGM-65C began in 1977 by the U.S. Marine Corps, but it was replaced in 1982 by the AGM-65E.
The model's manufacturer is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated it to the museum.
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
United States of America
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Unknown
Model: 8 1/8" x 2 5/16" x 2 5/16" (CCPF 2/2012)
Plastic missile
Plastic
Paper
Paint
Adhesive
A19981622000
Gift of John S. and Cynthia H. Heyde.
National Air and Space Museum
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