MB-1/AIR-2A "Genie"

The Genie was created to fill the need for a nuclear capable air-to-air rocket to protect the U.S. against the attacks of enemy bombers. The unguided solid-fuel rocket had a maximum speed of mach 3, a maximum range of six miles with a ceiling of over 50,000 feet.
Length | 9 feet, 8 inches |
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Diameter | 17.5 inches |
Weight | 822 pounds |
Stockpiled | 1957-1984 |