OVERVIEW: The Popeye Turbo is a submarine launched, long range, turbofan-powered missile designed for nuclear strike.

DETAILS: The Popeye Turbo is derived from the AGM-142 Raptor missile. It likely uses a GPS-aided inertial guidance system that pilots the missile towards the target.

NOTES: The Popeye Turbo was possibly first tested in 2000, and operational by 2002. It is possibly deployed on Dolphin-class submarines.


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