Exocet MM40 Block 3c

The Block 3c version of the Exocet MM40 anti-ship missile is designed to equip the French Navy's top-ranking frigates. It boasts enhanced performance in terms of range, accuracy and resistance to countermeasures. The DGA has qualified and delivered this new version in 2024.

MM40 Exocet B3 © MBDA /  GORTAIS Alain

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Last generation coherent RF seeker associated with new guidance equipments
  • Optimised salvo synchronization
  • 250 km class operational range

MAIN ASSETS

  • Low observability (reduced IR and RCS signatures and adapted sea-skimming flight)
  • Fire-and-Forget and All Weather capability thanks to an active RF seeker and guidance equipments
  • Beyond visual range capability with complex 3D trajectories
  • Improved target detection and selectivity, and ECCM capacity thanks to the last generation active RF seeker
  • GPS targeting on land targets

DIMENSIONS

  • Weight: 780kg
  • Diameter: 350mm
  • Length: < 6m

INDUSTRIALISTS

  • MBDA
  • Thalès

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