"The word 'javelin' comes from the old French word 'javelot', which means spear. Sport aside, the modern military interpretation of the word Javelin, is a "fire-and-forget" missile with pre-launch lock-on and automatic self guidance, and it has been a welcome addition to the Irish Army's Battalion level weapons armoury since 2003. After the weapon has fired, the missile does not need any human intervention and the gunner is free to reload, change position, or avoid enemy countermeasures. That is not to say it does not require skill or care to operate.
The Javelin has two attack modes: Direct attack and Top attack.
In direct attack mode, the missile travels to the target using the shortest route possible. This method is useful for covered targets such as bunkers and buildings. In top attack mode, the missile climbs above the target and strikes the roof of the target. This method is effective against armoured vehicles where the roof is the least protected area of the vehicle."
The Javelin has two attack modes: Direct attack and Top attack.
In direct attack mode, the missile travels to the target using the shortest route possible. This method is useful for covered targets such as bunkers and buildings. In top attack mode, the missile climbs above the target and strikes the roof of the target. This method is effective against armoured vehicles where the roof is the least protected area of the vehicle."
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