Paris 2011: Laser AASM hammers moving targets
One of the most important weapons development programs here in France is the INS/GPS+laser-guided variant of http://www.ainonline.com/ain-defense-

One of the most important weapons development programs here in France is the INS/GPS+laser-guided variant of Sagem’s AASM (armement air-sol modulaire in French, now also known by its NATO name of SBU-38 Hammer). The AASM has been achieving good success in its INS/GPS- and INS/GPS+IR-guided versions, and the laser version will provide the significant ability to hit moving targets.

The AASM is a fully modular weapon with three different guidance packages and warhead sizes ranging from 125 to 1,000 kilograms (275 to 2,200 pounds) that correspond to NATO’s Mk 80 series. Only the 250-kilogram warhead is currently in use, although the 125-kilogram weapon is now cleared. Other options include general-purpose and penetration warheads, and an insensitive munition for shipboard use.

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