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Harpoon Weapon System

Harpoon Weapon System. By Cadet AP. The Mk 141 Harpoon missile launchers joint the fleet in 1976 and today various surface combatants possess two of them. In general one Mk 141 launcher consists of four tubes, but there are also versions with one or two ones. Harpoon Launch. Description.

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Harpoon Weapon System

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  1. Harpoon Weapon System By Cadet AP

  2. The Mk 141 Harpoon missile launchers joint the fleet in 1976 and today various surface combatants possess two of them.In general one Mk 141 launcher consists of four tubes, but there are also versions with one or two ones.

  3. Harpoon Launch

  4. Description • Primary Function: Air-to-surface anti-ship missile • Contractor: McDonnell Douglas • Power Plant: Teledyne Turbojet • Thrust: 660 pounds • Length: 12 feet, 7 inches (3.79 meters) • Weight: 1,145 pounds (515.25 kilograms) • Diameter: 13.5 inches (34.29 centimeters) • Wingspan: 3 feet (91.44 centimeters) • Range: Over the horizon • Speed: 531 mph; 855 km/h • Guidance System: Sea-skimming cruise monitored by radar altimeter, active radar terminal homing • Warheads: Penetration high-explosive blast (488 pounds) • Unit Cost: Not available • Date Deployed: 1985 • Inventory: Classified

  5. Harpoon Weapon Coastal Defense Video

  6. Harpoon Missile Impacts

  7. Harpoon Launching Platforms • The harpoon weapon system is used on all types of platforms. From frigates, aircrafts, and from submarines.

  8. B52 BOMBERS • Originally developed for the US Navy to serve as its basic anti-ship missile for fleet-wide use, the AGM-84D has been adapted for use on Air Force B-52G bombers, which can carry from eight to 12 of the missiles.

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