SM-3 Interceptor
The SM-3® interceptor is a defensive weapon the U.S. Navy uses to destroy short- to intermediate-range ballistic missiles.
Protecting the mission and those carrying it out is paramount. Our modern ship self-defense weapons give navies around the world precision and firepower in four overlapping layers: long range, medium range, short range and close-in.
The SM-3® interceptor is a defensive weapon the U.S. Navy uses to destroy short- to intermediate-range ballistic missiles.
The RAM™ missile is a supersonic, quick-reaction system that uses active infrared seekers to destroy close-range threats, including helicopters and cruise missiles.
The ESSM® guided missile provides intermediate-range protection against cruise missiles, helicopters and other ships.
The SM-2™ missile chases threats closer to the water's surface, defending against anti-ship missiles and aircraft out to 90 nautical miles.
The SeaRAM® ship defense system defends ships against supersonic and subsonic threats, including cruise missiles, drones and helicopters.
The Phalanx® weapon system is a rapid-fire, computer-controlled radar and 20 mm gun system that acquires, tracks and destroys close-in threats that have penetrated other ship defenses.