Republic of Korea - SM-2 Standard Missiles

(Washington, May 26, 2009) -- On May 22, The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress of a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of the Republic of Korea of 46 SM-2 Block IIIA Tactical STANDARD missiles, 35 SM-2 Block IIIB Tactical STANDARD missiles, 3 SM-2 Block IIIB Telemetry Missiles, 84 SM-2 missile containers and associated test and support equipment, spare and repair parts, training, training equipment, publications and logistical support for an estimated cost of $170 million.

The Republic of Korea has requested a possible sale of 46 SM-2 Block IIIA Tactical STANDARD missiles, 35 SM-2 Block IIIB Tactical STANDARD missiles, 3 SM-2 Block IIIB Telemetry Missiles, 84 SM-2 missile containers, missile modifications, test and support equipment, spare and repair parts, personnel training and training equipment, publications and technical data, U.S. Government and contractor technical assistance and other related logistics support. The estimated cost is $170 million.

The proposed sale will enhance the Republic of Korea's defensive capabilities and increase interoperability with U.S. and multi-national forces supporting coalition operations. The country already has these missiles in its inventory and will have no difficulty absorbing these items.

Source : US Defense Security Cooperation Agency