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MM38 EXOCET missile
The MM38 Exocet is a Medium-range anti-ship missile deployed in 1975.
The missile was designed to engage large warships.
The MM38 approaches the target area in sea skimming mode using inertial navigation and then seeks to acquire its target using active radar.
The Exocet's 165-kg high-explosive, delayed-impact warhead is fitted with a proximity fuse.
The Exocet is currently in service in the French Navy and in 24 other countries.
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Characteristics
Launch Weight
Warhead
Speed max
Length
Diameter
Wing span
Range
MM38 EXOCET
.735 kg
165 kg
Mach 1
5,20 m
0,35 m
1 m
38 km
Launching of an MM40 Exocet missile.Photograph©Net-Marine
Source : http://www.netmarine.net
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