AIM-120D AMRAAM
USA2015 - Present
Advanced beyond visual range air-to-air missile
Primary Specifications
Range
160 km
Extended BVR engagement range
Speed
Mach 4
High speed for long-range intercept
Propulsion
Solid Fuel
High-impulse solid rocket
Weight
162 kg
Standard fighter loadout compatible
Payload
22.7 kg
WDU-41/B blast-fragmentation
Primary Guidance
Active Radar
Quick Summary
What it is?
The most advanced Western air-to-air missile for beyond visual range combat
Who uses it?
US Air Force, US Navy, NATO allies
Role
Air superiority, BVR combat, First-shot advantage
What's different?
Two-way datalink allows target updates and abort commands
Why it matters?
Primary US air-to-air missile ensuring air dominance
Real-World Impact
1
Syrian Intercepts
US aircraft engaging Syrian drones and aircraft
2
Houthi Drones
Fighter intercepts of Houthi UAVs
3
Air Policing
Deterrent presence over Iraq and Syria
4
Iranian Drone Kills
Shooting down Iranian drones approaching US forces
Additional Features
Secondary Systems
Inertial + GPS + datalink
Special
Two-way datalink for mid-course updates
FAQs
1. What is fire-and-forget?
Missile guides itself after launch; pilot can maneuver2. How does it compare to Russian missiles?
3. Can ground targets be hit?
4. What is the cost?
5. Is it exported?
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