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Next Version Of Rolling Airframe Missile Undergoes Testing

Gally Articola

Monday, June 3rd, 2013

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The Navy has completed the first round of developmental and operational testing of the second block of the Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) intended to defend ships against anti-ship cruise missiles and other threats, manufacturer Raytheon [RTN] said. The Navy used a self-defense test ship to conduct the at-sea testing. The RAM missiles engaged two targets in duel salvo scenarios to demonstrate the latest capabilities in the system. “The DT/OT tests successfully engaged high-speed, maneuvering and sub-sonic, maneuvering targets with all four RAM…

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