July 17, 2006
Everything you ever wanted to know...
... about the Patriot 3 missile defense system, but were afraid to ask:
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The PAC-3 interceptor itself, 17.1 feet long and 10 inches in diameter, is an upgraded version of the Patriot Advanced Capability-2 (PAC-2). The main difference lies in the kill mechanism: while the PAC-2 uses an exploding warhead to eliminate its targets, the PAC-3 is a hit-to-kill system and destroys its targets by the kinetic energy released in a head-on collision. Another difference is that the PAC-3 interceptors, enhanced by the advanced radar and command center, are capable of protecting an area approximately seven times greater than the original Patriot system.
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Posted by: Jesusland Carlos at July 17, 2006 05:42 PM (8e/V4)
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I don't think anyone thought they would work for rockets / rpg's etc, The Greenzone keeps a specially modified Phalanx systems to counter morters, RPG's and rockets:
http://www.strategypage.com/dls/articles/20056301044.asp
http://www.strategypage.com/dls/articles/20056301044.asp
Posted by: davec at July 17, 2006 07:14 PM (voZp6)
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Thats pretty cool, thanks for the link davec.
Posted by: CanForce 101 at July 18, 2006 12:12 AM (BRXB/)
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