AGM-84 series Harpoon/SLAM guided missile

missile (fig. 3-7), is an all-weather antiship attack weapon. The SLAM tactical missile (fig. 3-7), AGM-84E, is a standoff land attack missile. The Harpoon can be delivered from the A-6, F/A-18, P-3, and S-3 aircraft. The SLAM primary launch platforms are the A-6E and F/A-18 aircraft. Both missiles are AURs and require no assembly other than installation of the wing and control fin assemblies. The missile consists of the guidance section, warhead section, sustainer section, boattail section, wings, and control fins. The missile is approximately 151 inches in length and weighs approximately 1,144 pounds. The Harpoon missile has a low-level cruise trajectory with over-the-horizon range that makes it less susceptible to radar detection. It uses active guidance and has counter-countermeasure capability. The guidance section contains the seeker, radar altimeter, midcourse guidance unit, and power supply. A radome on the front of the guidance section provides Figure 3-7.—AGM-84 series Harpoon/SLAM guided missile. 3-10