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To: PapaBear3625
But a Tomahawk is used up in each mission, while a Predator can launch one or two Harpoon missiles, then return for reload/refuel.

The Harpoons are used up too. We're confusing the weapon with the launch platform.

I'm strictly a surface guy, but I have never heard of a Predator being outfitted with Harpoons, let alone two of the suckers! That would be a hell of a dramatic boost in their capabilities.

20 posted on 07/12/2009 11:29:30 AM PDT by Lunkker
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To: Lunkker
I'm strictly a surface guy, but I have never heard of a Predator being outfitted with Harpoons, let alone two of the suckers! That would be a hell of a dramatic boost in their capabilities.

The Predator B (Reaper) is a bigger version of the original Predator. It has a payload capacity of 3000 lbs, and its two inner hardpoints that can handle 1500 pounds each. The air-launched Harpoon is 1144 lbs, so in theory the Reaper should be able to carry it. Whether they have compatible mountings is another story. I also don't know if the length would be an issue.

I personally think it would be rather interesting configuration.

21 posted on 07/12/2009 12:04:08 PM PDT by PapaBear3625 (The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people's money -- Thatcher)
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