EXOCET AM39

EXOCET AM39

AIR LAUNCHED

ANTI-SHIP MISSILE

  • Fire and Forget
  • Launched from combat aircraft, Maritime Patrol Aircraft and helicopters
  • In service with the French Navy and 11 foreign forces

Description

Exocet AM39 is the airborne version of the Exocet anti-ship missile family. It can be launched from strike aircraft, Maritime Patrol Aircraft and helicopters.

With a range of up to 70 km, depending on the altitude and speed of the aircraft, the Exocet AM39 enables the aircraft to remain at range from enemy air defences.

When carrying out a low altitude attack, the missile may also be launched under the target ship radar coverage. Ingress is at a very low altitude over the sea (sea skimming).

 

Characteristics

  • Weight: 670 kg
  • Length: 4.69 m
  • Diameter: 350 mm
  • Range: In excess of 70 km
  • Speed: Subsonic