Popeye Turbo ALCM
Israel2002 - Present
Air-launched cruise missile for strategic strike
Primary Specifications
Range
350 km
Extended stand-off range
Speed
Mach 0.8
High subsonic cruise speed
Propulsion
Turbofan
Williams turbofan engine
Weight
1360 kg
Heavy payload capacity
Payload
340 kg
Large conventional or nuclear
Primary Guidance
INS + GPS + TV
Quick Summary
What it is?
A heavy cruise missile providing strategic strike capability from air and submarines
Who uses it?
Israeli Air Force, Israeli Navy (Dolphin submarines)
Role
Strategic strike, Second-strike nuclear delivery
What's different?
Can be launched from Dolphin-class submarines
Why it matters?
Provides Israel sea-based second-strike capability
Real-World Impact
1
Submarine Deterrent
Nuclear-capable second strike from Dolphins
2
Deep Strike
Long-range strikes beyond fighter radius
3
Strategic Reserve
Survivable deterrent force
4
Iran Contingency
Potential Iran strike capability
Additional Features
Secondary Systems
Terminal EO guidance
Special
Submarine-launchable variant
FAQs
1. Is it nuclear-armed?
Israel does not confirm; widely believed yes2. What submarines carry it?
3. How is it launched from subs?
4. What is its origin?
5. How many does Israel have?
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