Tomahawkcruise

The Tomahawk cruise missile is a long-range, all-weather, subsonic cruise missile manufactured by Raytheon Technologies. It is designed for use against high-value, fixed, and some time-sensitive mobile targets. The Tomahawk has been in service with the United States Navy and Royal Navy since the 1980s and has seen combat in numerous conflicts.

There are several variants of the Tomahawk, including land attack (TLAM) and anti-ship (TASM) versions. The TLAM variants can be armed with either a conventional unitary warhead or a submunitions warhead. The TASM variant carries a conventional warhead designed to penetrate and detonate within a ship's hull. Modern versions have improved guidance systems, including GPS and terminal guidance seekers, allowing for greater accuracy.

The Tomahawk is typically launched from surface warships and submarines. Its flight path is usually low to the ground to avoid radar detection, though it can fly at higher altitudes depending on the mission profile. The missile's range can exceed 1,000 miles, making it a significant strategic weapon. Its development and deployment have been a key component of modern naval warfare capabilities.