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SM-6 Missile

Provides extended-range multi-mission engagement capability across air, sea, and missile threats.

Weapons Also: SM-6 Missile, sm-6-missile, Standard Missile-6, RIM-174, SM-6 ERAM Has Dossier → 0 sources

01 Definition

SM-6 Missile — a weapon identified in the R694-R852 research corpus covering fusion, advanced weapons, and dual-use technology.

02 Detailed_Analysis

The Standard Missile-6 (SM-6, RIM-174) is a multi-mission naval effector developed by Raytheon that combines the airframe and propulsion of the SM-2 with the active radar seeker of the AIM-120 AMRAAM. Capable of anti-air warfare, terminal ballistic missile defense, and high-speed anti-surface strikes, SM-6 leverages Naval Integrated Fire Control-Counter Air (NIFC-CA) architectures for over-the-horizon engagements.

03 Key_Facts

  • Employs an active radar seeker adapted from the AIM-120 AMRAAM
  • Executes anti-air warfare, terminal ballistic missile defense, and anti-ship strikes
  • Enables over-the-horizon engagements via third-party targeting networks
  • Achieved initial operational capability with the US Navy in 2013

09 FAQ

What is SM-6 Missile?
SM-6 Missile — a weapon identified in the R694-R852 research corpus covering fusion, advanced weapons, and dual-use technology.
Why does SM-6 Missile matter?
Provides extended-range multi-mission engagement capability across air, sea, and missile threats.

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Weapons
Aliases
SM-6 Missile, sm-6-missile, Standard Missile-6, RIM-174, SM-6 ERAM
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