As of 2025, the U.S. uses two types of long-range nuclear missiles in the form of the aforementioned Minuteman III ICBMs, as well as the Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM).

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It is also reported to be able to destroy cruise and ballistic missiles at the same distance. In addition, the «Trident» is capable of destroying helicopters and airplanes at a distance of up to 5000 ...

carries UGM-133A Trident II D5 missiles. These SLBMs are launched from vertical tubes within the submarines. The launch system incorporates compressed gases, which fully encompass the missile.