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JAGM
The Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is a modern American missile launched from aircraft like helicopters and drones. It's designed to replace several older missiles, using an advanced guidance system to accurately hit various stationary and moving targets on land or sea in any weather.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
The AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is a U.S. military air-to-surface weapon system developed by Lockheed Martin to succeed the AGM-114 Hellfire, BGM-71 TOW, and AGM-65 Maverick. Its key feature is a tri-mode seeker combining semi-active laser (SAL), millimeter-wave (MMW) radar, and imaging infrared (IIR) guidance, enabling precision strikes against armored vehicles, air defense units, and maritime craft from platforms like the AH-64 Apache and MQ-1C Gray Eagle.
BACKGROUND
The AGM-179 Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is an American military program to develop an air-to-surface missile, to replace the current air-launched BGM-71 TOW, AGM-114 Hellfire, and AGM-65 Maverick missiles. The U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps collectively plan to buy tens of thousands of JAGMs. Despite the name of the missile, it is planned to also be launched from ground launchers and boats.
READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIASYNONYMS & ALIASES
- Joint Air-to-Ground Missile
- AGM-179
- Hellfire replacement
- tri-mode seeker missile
- next-generation AGM
- precision strike missile
USAGE NOTE
JAGM is often cited in discussions about weapon system modernization and the strategic advantage of having a single versatile missile for multiple platforms and target sets.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to JAGM.
The prime contractor responsible for the overall design, development, and production of the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) system. They developed the missile's dual-mode seeker technology, which combines semi-active laser and millimeter-wave radar guidance.
The U.S. Army organization responsible for managing the JAGM program's lifecycle, from development and acquisition to fielding and sustainment. They set the requirements and oversee testing and integration.
A key subcontractor that provides the solid-propulsion rocket motor for the JAGM, building upon their work for the Hellfire missile on which JAGM is based.
A major supplier for the JAGM program, providing critical components such as the multi-purpose warhead designed to be effective against both armored and soft targets.
Responsible for the integration of the JAGM system onto the AH-64E Apache attack helicopter, one of its primary launch platforms. This involves software and hardware modifications to the aircraft.
Works on the integration of the JAGM onto its Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), such as the MQ-1C Gray Eagle and MQ-9 Reaper, expanding the missile's operational deployment options.
A U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) facility that conducts developmental and qualification testing of the JAGM system to ensure it meets performance, safety, and reliability requirements.