How much does a JASSM-er cost?
How much does a JASSM-er cost?
AGM-158 JASSM
| AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lockheed Martin |
| Unit cost | US$1,266,000 (FY 2021) JASSM-ER: US$1.359M(FY15) |
| Produced | 1998–present |
| Specifications |
How many JASSM can a B 1 carry?
24 JASSM missiles
The B-1 can carry 24 JASSM missiles in its internal weapons bays.
How many JASSM can a B 2 carry?
16 missiles
The B-2 can carry up to 16 missiles and the B-52H can carry 12 internally on rotary launchers. Fighter aircraft can carry one missile under each wing, although in May 2021 the USAF loaded an F-15E with five JASSMs.
Can F 35 carry JASSM?
Internationally, JASSM is carried on the F/A-18A/B and the F-18C/D aircraft. Future integration efforts will focus on the U.S. and international versions of Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft and other international platforms.”
What does JASSM stand for?
Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile
The AGM-158 JASSM (Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile) is an autonomous, long-range missile developed and produced by Lockheed Martin. This conventional, air-to-ground and precision standoff missile was designed primarily for the US Air Force (USAF).
Does America have stealth missiles?
The AGM-129A advanced cruise missile is a stealth, nuclear-capable cruise missile used exclusively by U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers. The AGM-129A is a subsonic, turbofan-powered, air-launched cruise missile.
Can the B-1 carry cruise missiles?
The plane can carry eight air-launched cruise missiles or 24 SRAMs. It can also carry up to 24 nuclear bombs or 84 500-pound (227-kg) conventional bombs. With a weapon load of 37,000 pounds (16,800 kg), the B-1B can fly 4,600 miles (7,400 km) without refueling.
Is the B-1 stealth?
The B-1B was designed to use its anti-radar stealth design to penetrate Soviet territory, launch nuclear-tipped cruise missiles, and drop bombs before returning home. The bomber was also designed to fly fast at low altitude—below enemy radars—to evade detection.
How does a JASSM work?
Guidance and navigation features of JASSM The JASSM flies automatically through a predetermined route by using the onboard inertial navigation system that includes Anti-Jam Global Positioning System (AJGPS), and a ring laser gyro inertial measurement unit.
Is JASSM a cruise missile?
The JASSM is a long range, conventional, stealthy, air-launched ground attack cruise missile designed for the Air Force and international partners with a range of 223-621.4 miles. JASSM was designed to destroy high-value, well-defended, fixed and re-locatable targets.
