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Marine attack helicopters will now be able to hit targets 200 miles away with a missile
By Kyle Gunn ·
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· Friday, February 13, 2026
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A new weapon system is being added to the Marine Corps arsenal. This system allows helicopters to strike targets at a significant distance. The ability to hit targets far away is part of a larger effo
A new weapon system is being added to the Marine Corps arsenal. This system allows helicopters to strike targets at a significant distance. The ability to hit targets far away is part of a larger effort to expand the Marine Corps' capabilities.
The new system can be used on certain helicopters and has a substantial range. It is also relatively affordable, with a cost estimated to be in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Further details about this development are available from the source, including the name of the selected system and its potential applications.
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