UGM-109E Tomahawk Block IV LACM
Missile Systemconfirmed
The UGM-109E Tomahawk Block IV, also known as Tactical Tomahawk (TacTom), is a long-range, all-weather, subsonic cruise missile primarily used for land attack. It features improved loitering capabilities, in-flight retargeting, and battle damage assessment via its two-way satellite data link.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 880 km/h |
| Range | 1,600 km |
| Weight | 1.3 t |
History
Developed at the Applied Physics Laboratory of Johns Hopkins University in the 1970s, the Tomahawk has been a cornerstone of naval precision strike capabilities since its early tests between 1983 and 1993.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 16 | confirmed |
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