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RIM-174 Standard ERAM. The RIM-174 Standard Extended Range Active Missile (ERAM), also known as the Standard-6, is a US Navy ship-launched surface-to-air missile. The RIM-174 ERAM is a Raytheon-developed missile that provides a Aegis-equipped ship's air defense system with extended range capability against submarine-launched ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and anti-ship missiles. The development of the RIM-174 ERAM was a result of a joint effort between the US Navy and the US Missile Defense Agency.

Development and design

The RIM-174 ERAM was developed as part of the Aegis Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) program. The missile uses the ESSM cell as the launch platform, but with an active radar seeker and smokeless propulsion. The RIM-174 ERAM features an advanced guidance and control system, which enables it to engage targets at extended ranges. The development of the RIM-174 ERAM involved Lockheed Martin and Raytheon as the primary contractors.

Operational history

The RIM-174 ERAM achieved initial operational capability in 2018. The missile was first deployed on USS Leyte Gulf (CG-55) and USS Sterett (DDG-106). The RIM-174 ERAM has been successfully tested in various exercises, including Pacific Dragon and Formidable Shield. The missile has demonstrated its capability to engage aerial targets at extended ranges.

Variants

There are currently no announced variants of the RIM-174 ERAM.

Specifications

* **Length**: 26.7 inches (67.8 cm) * **Diameter**: 10 inches (25.4 cm) * **Weight**: approximately 560 pounds (254 kg) * **Range**: over 100 nautical miles (185 km) * **Guidance system**: active radar homing * **Warhead**: high-explosive fragmentation warhead

Deployment and users

The RIM-174 ERAM is currently deployed on Aegis-equipped ships of the US Navy. The missile is also being considered for use by other navies, including the Royal Australian Navy and the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force. The RIM-174 ERAM provides these ships with an extended range air defense capability against emerging threats.

Category:Surface-to-air missiles