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This is a model of unknown scale of the Rapier, a mobile British surface-to-air missile designed to provide low level air defense. It has a solid-fuel motor, a conventional warhead, a maximum speed of over Mach 2, a range of up to 5 miles, and a ceiling of approximately 10,000 feet. First deployed in 1971, the Rapier is still in service today.

The manufacturer is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated the model to the Museum in the late 1980s.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type MODELS-Missiles & Rockets Manufacturer Unknown
 Dimensions Truck: 12 5/8" x 5 7/8" x 5 1/4"
Generator Unit: 3 1/8" x 3 11/16" x 2 1/4"
Optical Tracker Unit: 4 7/8" x 3" x 3 1/2"
Radar Trailer, Stowed: 7 1/8" x 4 3/8" x 5"
Missile Trailer: 7 3/8" x 4 1/2" x 5 7/8"
 Materials White Metal (Possible Lead Alloy), Aluminum, Synthetic Rubber, Brass, Copper, Alloy, Plastic, Paint
 Inventory Number A19981656000 Credit Line Gift of John S. and Cynthia H. Heyde. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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