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    Javelin is a man-portable anti-tank precision weapon system that defeats all known and projected armor as well as soft and irregular targets using "fire-and-forget" technology. This allows the operator to immediately engage additional targets without remaining exposed. It is integrated onto numerous platforms and its multipurpose warhead combines multiple effects into a single warhead to equip warfighters for various missions. After over 20 years of performance and more than 45,000 missiles produced, Javelin is anticipated to remain in the U.S. military's inventory through 2050.

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    Javelin is a man-portable anti-tank precision weapon system that defeats all known and projected armor as well as soft and irregular targets using "fire-and-forget" technology. This allows the operator to immediately engage additional targets without remaining exposed. It is integrated onto numerous platforms and its multipurpose warhead combines multiple effects into a single warhead to equip warfighters for various missions. After over 20 years of performance and more than 45,000 missiles produced, Javelin is anticipated to remain in the U.S. military's inventory through 2050.

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    Javelin is a man-portable anti-tank precision weapon system that defeats all known and projected armor as well as soft and irregular targets using "fire-and-forget" technology. This allows the operator to immediately engage additional targets without remaining exposed. It is integrated onto numerous platforms and its multipurpose warhead combines multiple effects into a single warhead to equip warfighters for various missions. After over 20 years of performance and more than 45,000 missiles produced, Javelin is anticipated to remain in the U.S. military's inventory through 2050.

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    Javelin

    TM

    Light, Versatile & Effective

    Cleared for Public Release


    JAVELIN
    TM

    Javelin is a man-portable and platform-deployed anti-tank precision weapon system. It SPECIFICATIONS


    defeats all known and projected armor, as well as soft and irregular targets.
    Range:
    Javelin uses “fire-and-forget” technology to guide itself to the target without external 65m to 4,000m in most operational conditions
    commands or target designation. This capability provides superior survivability for operators Warhead:
    who can displace immediately after firing, rather than remaining exposed and flying a Tandem-shaped charge, multi-purpose warhead
    missile to its target. This enables the operator to immediately engage additional targets. This Magnification:
    technology also allows for ease of use and training. Survivability is enhanced further with the 4x for day sight
    employment of a top-attack target engagement trajectory with a minimum signature launch 4x or 12x for thermal sight
    and missile flyout capability. Weight:
    <34.1 lb (15.5 kg) all-up round
    Javelin is integrated onto numerous platforms. The standard Javelin missile is mounted to a
    Length:
    remote weapon station or turret using a modest integration kit.
    47.2 in (119.8 cm) launch tube
    The missile’s multipurpose warhead combines multiple effects into a single warhead, Diameter:
    equipping warfighters for various missions without switching out rounds for different targets. 5.6 in (14.2 cm) launch tube
    It provides penetration capability against advanced armor, including explosive reactive armor. Readiness Rate:
    Its fragmenting steel case offers increased lethality against soft targets and light armored >99% availability
    vehicles. Reliability:
    After over 20 years of performance, Javelin is in-service with the U.S. military and 19 allied >94% engagement success rate
    countries. During that time, more than 45,000 missiles have been produced. The Javelin
    system is anticipated to be in the U.S. military’s operational inventory through 2050, and
    has a robust upgrade program to retain overmatch against emerging threats and to support
    evolving operational needs.

    FEATURES
    • Capable against a wide array of targets including armored vehicles, bunkers and caves
    • One-man-portable and platform-deployable
    • Qualified for transport by rail, sea, air and ground
    • Command Launch Unit provides all-weather battlefield surveillance
    • Inherently resistant to Active Protection Systems and countermeasures
    • Minimal training and certification requirements - only 72 hours of classroom training
    • Combat proven in all environments, adverse weather and battlefield obscurants
    • Proven through more than 5,000 firings in combat operations

    CONTACT INFORMATION
    www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/contact.html
    www.raytheonmissilesanddefense.com/contact

    Cleared for Public Release Javelin is a trademark of the Javelin Joint Venture. All Rights Reserved.
    ©2021 Lockheed Martin Corporation
    PIRA #ORL202103007

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