BLUF

This article examines the new Barracuda missiles, which offer advanced capabilities at lower costs, and is expected to provide the US with an alternative to existing missiles like the AGM-158.

Summary

  1. The Barracuda family has three variants—Barracuda-M 100, 250, and 500. 
  2. The missiles will provide an affordable, quick-response solution for large-scale conflicts.
  3. Will address current inability to produce munitions in sufficient numbers. 

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