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The interceptor missiles in the THAAD arsenal utilize single-stage thrust vectoring solid fuel rockets, specifically designed by Pratt and Whitney. Capable of reaching speeds up to eight times the speed of sound, these missiles are classified as hypersonic. The mobile tactical operations centers of THAAD typically consist of two centers, six to nine launch vehicles with eight missiles each, and ground-based radar provided by Raytheon Systems.