MRIC

Raytheon (RTX) / Rafael

United States

Medium-Range Intercept Capability - Marine Corps system derived from Iron Dome featuring SkyHunter interceptor.

System Overview

What It Is

MRIC (Medium-Range Intercept Capability) is the Marine Corps solution for defending against cruise missiles and larger drones, derived from Israel proven Iron Dome system.

How It Works

The system uses the G/ATOR radar for detection and the SkyHunter interceptor (US-produced Tamir) for engagement, providing capability similar to Iron Dome.

Primary Capability

Medium-range air defense against cruise missiles and UAS using Iron Dome-derived technology.

Overview

MRIC provides the Marine Corps with organic medium-range air defense, filling a critical gap between short-range systems and national missile defense.

Technical Specifications

SkyHunter interceptor missile
AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR radar
Iron Dome derived
Marine expeditionary compatible

Range

Effective Range

70 km

Compatible Platforms

Vehicle

Ground

Deployed By

US Marine Corps

Key Features

Proven Iron Dome technology
US-produced interceptor
Marine expeditionary design
Cruise missile defense

Advantages

Combat-proven technology
High intercept rate
Extended range coverage

Limitations

Cost per intercept
Still in development
Logistics requirements

Related Systems

Iron Dome

MADIS

Patriot