Friday, November 21, 2008

SEA RAM

IOC: 2004

Also Known As
SeaRAM

Origin
Germany
United States of America

Contractor/s
RAMSYS GmbH
Raytheon

Applications
LCS Freedom

Derived from:
Mk 15 Phalanx Block 1B

SAM & ABM Missiles:
RIM-116A/B RAM (11)

Description: The SEA RAM weapon system is an evolved Mk-15 Block 1B Close-In Weapons System comprising key attributes of both the Mk-15 and the Mk-31 RAM weapon systems. SEA RAM is designed to effectively engage future high-performance supersonic threats in the littoral environments.

In the SEA RAM an 11-cell launcher assembly replaces Phalanx's 20mm gun. It combines RAM missile superior maneuverability, accuracy and extended range with the Phalanx Block 1B's search and track radar and IR sensor systems and quick response capability. The SEA RAM will also utilize the same control panel and consoles that are being deployed as part of the Phalanx Block 1B.

Raytheon and RAM System Gmbh are marketing the SEA RAM integrated ship self-defense system as an upgrade kit to existing Phalanx systems.

Specifications
Number of Weapons: 11

Dimensions: Width 3.5 m

Weights: Max Weight 7,754 kg (17,094 lb)

News
Raytheon Delivers SeaRAM to USS Independence

SeaRAM to Be Integrated Aboard General Dynamics LCS

Operators

United States of America

Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Saturday, October 25, 2008

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