AGM-179A JAGM
Missile Systemconfirmed
The AGM-179A Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is an air-to-surface missile designed to replace the AGM-114 Hellfire and BGM-71 TOW missiles. It features a multi-mode seeker, combining millimeter-wave radar and semi-active laser guidance, allowing it to engage a variety of stationary and moving targets in diverse weather conditions.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| Introduced | 2019 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 1,590 km/h |
| Range | 16 km |
History
Developed by Lockheed Martin in the United States, the JAGM entered service in 2019, building upon the legacy of its predecessors to offer a more versatile and effective weapon system.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | confirmed |
| Italy | — | confirmed |
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