Rafael unveils SUPER ICE cruise missile with 454 kg warhead
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems unveiled the SUPER ICE cruise missile, carrying a 454 kg warhead, capable of being launched from air, sea, and ground platforms. The missile is designed to evade defense systems and strike strategic targets with high precision.
Rafael has unveiled the SUPER ICE, a new cruise missile from the Ice Breaker family, carrying a 1,000-pound (approx. 454 kg) warhead – four times larger than its predecessor. The missile can be launched from fighter jets, ground launchers, and naval vessels. Rafael claims that the integrated technologies reduce the detection and response capabilities of defense systems, leaving minimal reaction time before impact. The missile flies at low altitude, follows terrain contours, navigates without relying on GPS, and is equipped with an electro-optical seeker. Its range and price have not been disclosed; the company describes it as "long-range" and "super competitive" in price. As of 2026, the missile family has six operational users and orders for approximately 1,200 missiles. Rafael emphasizes local production as embargo-proof, against the backdrop of canceled deals in Europe. The company ended 2025 with record sales (about 21.7 billion shekels) and a record order backlog (about 74.4 billion shekels).