Gravehawk
| Gravehawk | |
|---|---|
| Type | Surface-to-air missile system |
| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2024 |
| Used by | Ukrainian Armed Forces |
| Wars | War in Ukraine |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Team Kindred |
| Manufacturer | BAE Systems |
| Produced | 2024-present |
| No. built | 17 |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 5.90 metres (19.4 ft) |
| Width | 2.35 metres (7.7 ft) |
| Height | 2.39 metres (7.8 ft) |
| Engine | Solid-fuel rocket |
Operational range | 30,000 m (98,000 ft) |
| Maximum speed | Mach 2.5 (3,100 km/h; 1,900 mph) (R-73 missile) |
Guidance system | Infrared homing |
Launch platform | Containerized twin-arm missile launcher |
Gravehawk is a British short range air defence system that was primarily developed for the Armed Forces of Ukraine during the Russo-Ukrainian War. It was first mentioned as part of a package of military aid in January 2025, before being publicly unveiled a month later. Two prototypes were field tested in September 2024, with a further 15 systems to be delivered. The development was led by Team Kindred, a collaboration between the UK Ministry of Defence and industry partners, with funding also provided by Denmark.