Estimated Russian stockpile, September 1996

Journal Article · Sun Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1996 · Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists

OSTI ID:508722

Norris, R S; Arkin, W

An estimate of the size and composition of the former Soviet nuclear stockpile, based on START I memorandum of understanding data, is provided. The estimate covers operational forces that are assumed to be in a ready condition available for use. Total warhead stockpiles are estimated at about 12,000. Strategic offensive warheads comprise 7500 of the total, strategic defense missiles are estimated at 1200, land-based nonstrategic bombers and fighters at 1600, and naval nonstrategic weapons at 1600. Subtotals are provided for weapons categories (missiles, bombers, etc.) and weapons launchers.

• OSTI ID: 508722
• Journal Information: Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Journal Name: Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 52; ISSN BASIAP; ISSN 0096-5243
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

45 MILITARY TECHNOLOGY, WEAPONRY, AND NATIONAL DEFENSE
AIRCRAFT
MISSILE LAUNCHING SITES
MISSILE SILOS
MISSILES
NUCLEAR SHIPS
NUCLEAR WEAPONS
RUSSIAN FEDERATION
STOCKPILES
SUBMARINES