W93 / Mk7 Warhead
DevelopmentNuclear Weapon · NNSA/Navy · Various
New nuclear warhead for Trident II submarine-launched ballistic missiles.
Total Cost
$15B
Development
14 years
Delivered
0
Start Year
2020
IOC Year
2034
Key Details
First entirely new US nuclear warhead design since the 1980s. Estimated $14.8B through production.
What Else Could $15B Buy?
🏫 1,000 new public schools
🏥 30 community hospitals
🎓 428,571 four-year college scholarships
🌉 50 bridge replacements