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Precision-Guided Weapon - HAMMER
December 19 , 2025
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- HAMMER (Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range), also called AASM (Armement Air-Sol Modulaire), is a precision-guided air-to-ground weapon.
- India has signed an agreement with France’s Safran to manufacture HAMMER weapons in India through a 50:50 joint venture between Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran.
- HAMMER converts conventional bombs into precision weapons using guidance and propulsion kits.
- It has guidance options such as INS-GPS (Inertial Navigation System–Global Positioning System), infrared and laser guidance.
- HAMMER can be used from stand-off ranges and is integrated with Rafale and planned for Tejas aircraft.
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