Differences between THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) and Iron Dome
Feature THAAD Iron Dome Purpose Designed to intercept and destroy short, medium, and intermediate-range ballistic missiles. Designed to intercept and destroy short-range threats, primarily rockets and artillery shells. Operational Range Up to 200 km (approximately 124 miles) for intercepting ballistic missiles. Effective range of up to 70 km (approximately 43 miles) for intercepting incoming projectiles. Altitude Operates at high altitudes (up to 150 km or about 93 miles) to intercept missiles in their terminal phase. Operates at low altitudes, intercepting threats in the lower atmosphere. Deployment Mobile system, can be quickly deployed to different locations. Also mobile, but typically deployed in...