Rafael Reveals New SUPER ICE Cruise Missile With Heavier Warhead

(Source: Rafael spokesperson)

Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems unveiled its new SUPER ICE cruise missile on Wednesday, introducing a weapons system designed to address evolving military requirements amid the conflict with Iran. According to the company, SUPER ICE is the latest addition to its ICE BREAKER family of cruise missiles and can be launched from aircraft, naval vessels, and ground-based platforms, providing operational flexibility across multiple military environments.

However, Rafael has disclosed few details about the missile's capabilities or operational status. According to Ynet, the company has not identified the customers who have ordered the new system or confirmed whether it is already operational. It also has not clarified whether the Israel Defense Forces is among its customers.

New Missile Features Significantly Larger Warhead

One of the few technical details revealed by Rafael is that the SUPER ICE carries a warhead four times heavier than that of the previous missile in the series. The company described the new system as a significant expansion of the ICE BREAKER family, building on decades of technological expertise and experience in cruise missile development.

The company's existing missile portfolio includes the ICE BREAKER and SEA BREAKER systems. Rafael emphasized that the introduction of SUPER ICE reflects its continued investment in advanced defense technologies and its commitment to meeting the changing security requirements of customers worldwide.

Rafael Chairman Yuval Steinitz highlighted the company's longstanding experience in developing cruise missiles, tracing its technological legacy back to the Popeye missile systems introduced decades ago. “The new system represents the continuation of Rafael's tradition of developing cruise missiles, a tradition that began decades ago with the Popeye missiles,” Steinitz said. “This latest development reflects the company's engineering excellence, innovation, and long-term investment in developing and manufacturing advanced technologies in Israel.”

Rafael CEO Yoav Turgeman also emphasized the operational significance of the company's defense systems, particularly in light of recent military conflicts. “Rafael's systems have played a significant role in combat in recent years, demonstrating their operational importance,” Turgeman said. “The expansion of the ICE BREAKER family is intended to address the evolving needs of the defense sector, drawing on decades of experience in developing advanced systems.”

The unveiling of SUPER ICE marks another development in Israel's defense industry as manufacturers continue to expand their capabilities in response to changing military threats and growing international demand for advanced weapons systems.