Originally posted by Gun Grape
Because Burkes already carry a weapon that, quite frankly, blows that out of the water.
Tac Tom has a 1,500 mile range, can be programed and shot in 5 min. Can loiter over the target area. reprogramed in flight. Can attack up to 3 targets with the same submunitions you want to use and can provide real time intel and post strike BDA.
We don't need battleships. The Navy and MC don't want BBs. Case closed
capability continues to exist
Navy officials stated that their analysis confirms a capabilities
gap exists during the early stages of a conflict
Analysis confirms that ships are best gap filler based on:
Immature theater
Lack of air superiority
Capacity
Number of people placed in danger
All weather
Capability (24 hours/7 days per week)
Cost
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