The LGM-118 Peacekeeper, originally known as the MX for "Missile, Experimental", was a MIRV-capable intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) produced and deployed by the United States from 1986 to 2005.

The MX (for “missile experimental”) was the most-sophisticated ICBM fielded by the United States during the Cold War against the Soviet Union. Under development from 1971, it evolved into a 22-metre (71-foot) missile with a “bus,” or fourth stage, located in its front end that carried 10 or 12 independently targeted warheads (or MIRVs ).

2024年4月23日 · The LGM-118 Peacekeeper (MX) was a solid-fueled intercontinental ballistic missile built by the United States designed to attack hardened military targets.

2020年10月20日 · The MX or Peacekeeper Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) was the last type of ICBM deployed by the U.S. Air Force in the Twentieth Century. Several innovations made the Peacekeeper one of the most lethal nuclear weapons in history.

1997年10月10日 · The Peacekeeper (still better known by its pre-deployment designation "MX" for missile-experimental) is the largest and newest ICBM in the U.S. arsenal today. It is expected to be retired by the end of 2004 under the terms of the START II treaty, signed 3 January 1993.

MX designations were used for experimental weapon system programs, including jet- and rocket-powered systems, precision-guided munitions, fire-control systems, and other systems designed and manufactured by U.S. defense contractors under contracts provided by the U.S. Army Air Corps from 1941, the United States Army Air Force (1945–1947), and ...

1984年5月9日 · SECRETARY OF DEFENSE (MX) WEAPON SYSTEM -e-e-- DIGEST The Peacekeeper weapon system (formerly MX) is a new intercontinental ballistic missile system. As currently planned, the Air Force will deploy 100 Peacekeeper missiles in existing Minuteman missile silos in Nebraska and Wyoming. The

ccording to the President, development of the MX weapon system will enable the United States to continue with a strategic deterrent force comprised of modernized survivable ICBMs, submarine-launched ballistic missiles, and heavy bombers. Current plans call for the MX weapon system to

2024年5月3日 · The MX Missile System, officially known as the LGM-118A Peacekeeper, was developed during the Cold War, a period marked by intense competition between nuclear powers. Its inception can be traced back to the 1970s, as the U.S. sought to enhance its strategic deterrent capabilities against potential adversaries.

Progress has been made during the first year of full-scale development of the MX weapon system, particularly in missile development. However, the Department of Defense (DOD) is faced with a tremendous management challenge in achieving cost, schedule, and performance goals.