AARGM ER Missile

Full Specifications

AARGM ER Advanced Anti Radiation Missile

The AARGM ER, or Advanced Anti Radiation Guided Missile Extended Range, is the United States Navy and Air Force’s next step in suppressing and destroying enemy air defenses. Designed to counter modern, mobile, and networked radar systems, AARGM ER builds on the combat proven AGM 88E AARGM while offering far greater reach and survivability.

Developed by Northrop Grumman, AARGM ER is optimized for internal carriage on stealth aircraft, most notably the F 35 Lightning II. Its larger rocket motor and refined airframe allow it to strike targets at much longer distances than earlier anti radiation missiles, while maintaining high supersonic speed throughout most of its flight profile.

Manufacturer

Northrop Grumman Corporation, United States

Speed

High supersonic, assessed at Mach 3 plus

Range

Estimated to exceed 200 kilometers, exact figures remain classified

Cost and Price

Unit cost has not been publicly disclosed. Estimates place it in the multi million dollar range per missile due to advanced sensors and propulsion.

AARGM ER uses a multi mode guidance system combining GPS and INS navigation, a passive radio frequency seeker, and an imaging infrared seeker for terminal guidance. This allows it to engage emitting radars, shut down radars, and even pre planned coordinates with high accuracy. The missile is designed to operate in heavily contested environments, supporting U.S. and allied air operations by opening corridors through integrated air defense systems.