RUM-139 Vertical Launch ASROC

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf missile
gptkbp:barrelLength multiple missiles simultaneously
gptkbp:component approximately $1 million per unit
regular maintenance required for optimal performance
compatible_with_NATO_systems
gptkbp:countryOfOrigin gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:deployedTo deployed on various classes of destroyers and cruisers
gptkbp:design modular design
gptkbp:designedFor anti-submarine warfare
gptkbp:developedBy gptkb:Raytheon
gptkbp:developer awarded in 1980s
gptkbp:diameter 0.53 meters
gptkbp:environmentalImpact designed for harsh marine environments
gptkbp:firstIntroduced 1990
gptkbp:futurePlans planned for enhanced capabilities
gptkbp:hasArea completed in late 1980s
gptkbp:hasCapacity 1990
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label RUM-139 Vertical Launch ASROC
gptkbp:integration gptkb:Aegis_Combat_System
gptkbp:internationalRelations Japan,_South_Korea
gptkbp:launched integrated with ship's combat system
gptkbp:launchSite gptkb:Mk_41_Vertical_Launching_System
vertical launch system
Aegis-equipped ships
automated launch control
gptkbp:length approximately 3.6 meters
gptkbp:logistics supported by extensive logistics network
gptkbp:maxTakeoffWeight 1,200 kg
gptkbp:modifications upgraded versions available
gptkbp:operationalArea naval warfare
gptkbp:operationalRange 25 nautical miles
gptkbp:operationalStatus active
gptkbp:performance high accuracy and reliability
gptkbp:productionCompany 1980s to 1990s
gptkbp:propulsion solid rocket motor
gptkbp:provides inertial guidance and terminal active radar homing
gptkbp:range up to 25 miles
gptkbp:relatedPatent RUM-124A
gptkbp:reliability high
gptkbp:safetyFeatures designed for safe handling and operation
gptkbp:serviceBranch gptkb:United_States_Navy
gptkbp:status in service
gptkbp:successor RUM-139A
RUM-139A ASROC
gptkbp:supportRole gptkb:Gulf_War
anti-submarine warfare
maintained at high levels
gptkbp:targets submarines
radar and sonar systems
gptkbp:torpedoSystem Mk 46 torpedo
gptkbp:training specific training for operators
naval personnel training required
gptkbp:type torpedo
gptkbp:updates periodic updates for software and hardware
gptkbp:userCountries United_States,_Japan
gptkbp:weight approximately 1,200 kg