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AGM-114 Hellfire Missile

AGM-114 Hellfire Missile

Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin
Category: Missiles & Precision Weapons
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Guidance System Laser, Infrared, Radar
Maximum Speed Mach 1.3
Launch Compatibility Helicopter, Drone, Jet, Ground Launcher
Warhead Technology HEAT, Fragmentation, Thermobaric

Full Specifications

1. General Information

Name / Designation	AGM-114 Hellfire
Type / Role	Air-to-Ground Missile, Anti-Tank, Precision Strike
Country of Origin	United States
Manufacturer	Lockheed Martin
Service Entry / Year Introduced	1984
Operational Status	Active

2. Performance & Range

Range	8–11 km
Speed	Mach 1.3
Ceiling / Altitude Limit	Up to 10,000 m
Accuracy (CEP)	<1 m
Warhead Type	HEAT, Fragmentation, Thermobaric

3. Guidance & Targeting

Guidance System	Laser, Imaging Infrared (IIR), Radar
Targeting Mode	Fire-and-Forget, Semi-active
Launch Platform Compatibility	Helicopter, Drone, Jet, Ground Launcher
Seeker Type	IIR, Active Radar, Dual-mode seeker

4. Physical Characteristics

Length	1.63–1.8 m
Diameter	0.17–0.18 m
Wingspan	0.41–0.60 m
Launch Weight	45–50 kg
Propulsion	Solid-fuel Rocket

5. Warhead & Payload

Warhead Weight	9–20 kg
Explosive Type	HEAT, Fragmentation
Detonation Mechanism	Impact, Proximity, Delay
Payload Options	Conventional, Anti-Armor

6. Operational Use & Capabilities

Operational Range Type	Short / Medium
Deployment Platform	Air, Ground
Target Types	Vehicles, Fortifications, Small Vessels
Combat Proven	Yes
Users / Operators	USA, Israel, India, UK, Others

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

8.3

Technology 9 / 10
Performance 9 / 10
Maintenance Efficiency 7 / 10
Range & Endurance 8 / 10

PROS

Exceptional precision with advanced guidance systems
Multi-platform compatibility (air, ground, and sea)
High speed and long-range engagement
Modular warheads for various mission requirements
Combat-proven in multiple conflict zones

CONS

High unit cost limits large-scale deployment
Dependent on line-of-sight or targeting designators
Limited effectiveness against heavily fortified bunkers without specialized warheads
Requires trained operators and sophisticated launch systems
Vulnerable to countermeasures like laser jamming

AGM-114 Hellfire Missile – Precision Strike Power

The AGM-114 Hellfire is a versatile precision-guided missile that has become a cornerstone of U.S. and allied air-to-ground operations. Developed by Lockheed Martin in the United States, the Hellfire was initially designed in the 1980s as a potent anti-tank weapon. Over the decades, it has evolved into a multi-role missile system capable of engaging a wide range of targets with remarkable accuracy.

Origin and Manufacturer

Manufactured by Lockheed Martin, the Hellfire originates from the United States and entered service in 1984. Its primary purpose is to provide precision strike capabilities against armored vehicles, fortified positions, and strategic installations, while also being adaptable for naval and ground-launched platforms.

Major Capabilities

The Hellfire missile combines high-speed propulsion, advanced guidance systems, and modular warhead technology to achieve lethal precision. Depending on the variant, it can reach targets at ranges of 8 km to over 11 km and speeds of approximately Mach 1.3. Its guidance options include laser, radar, and imaging infrared (IIR) systems, allowing for both fire-and-forget and semi-active targeting.

The missile is compatible with a wide array of platforms, including attack helicopters (AH-64 Apache), drones (MQ-1 Predator, MQ-9 Reaper), fighter jets, and ground launchers. Its warheads are modular, supporting high-explosive anti-tank (HEAT), fragmentation, and thermobaric payloads, making it effective against armored vehicles, bunkers, radar installations, and small naval vessels.

The Hellfire is combat-proven, deployed in multiple theaters worldwide by U.S. forces and allies, including Israel, India, and the United Kingdom. Its adaptability, precision, and speed make it a preferred weapon for targeted strikes in modern conflict zones.

AGM-114 Hellfire Missile Price

The AGM-114 Hellfire missile’s cost varies depending on the variant and procurement volume. In the United States, individual Hellfire missiles are typically priced around $100,000 to $150,000 per unit, with bulk government contracts often including integrated targeting systems, launchers, and support equipment.

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