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LGM-30G Minuteman III
The Minuteman III was introduced in 1970, following the Minuteman I and II into service.
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  Specifications: LGM-30G Minuteman III
Dimensions:
Length: 59.06ft (18.00m)
Weight: 79,433lbs (36,030kg)
Performance:
Speed: 14,913mph (24,000kmh; 12,959kts)
Range: 5,965miles (9,600km)
Systems:
Guidance: Inertial system
Warhead: Nuclear W62, W78 or W87
Propulsion:
System: Three solid-propellant rocket motors; first stage - Thiokol; second stage - Aerojet-General; third stage - United Technologies Chemical Systems Division.

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Designation: LGM-30G Minuteman III
Classification Type: Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
Contractor: Boeing Company - USA

Country of Origin: United States
Initial Year of Service: 1970
     

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