One of the famous "3T" missiles, the Terrier was the main anti-aircraft missile of the 1960s and 1970s.
| Designation | Terrier RIM-2 |
|---|---|
| Ship Class Used On | Many |
| Date In Service | 1959 |
| Weight | 3,000 lbs. (1,360 kg) |
| Dimensions | Overall Length: 324 in (8.23 m) Missile diameter: 12 in (30.5 cm) Booster diameter: 16 in (40.6 cm) |
| Payload | High-Explosive and Nuclear Warheads |
| Range | 17.3 nm |
| Propulsion | Sustainer rocket plus separate booster |
Data from:
- "The Naval Institute Guide to World Naval Weapon Systems 1991/92" by Norman Friedman
- US Navy Fact File