M39 ATACMS missile

The U.S. Army's Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) is a long-range, surface-to-surface, tactical missile. It can be deployed using the modified M270 Armored Vehicle-Multiple Rocket Launcher (AVMRL) or Multiple-Launch Rocket System (MLRS). The U.S. Army plans to replace the ATACMS with the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM).

The ATACMS incorporates four tail fins situated at the missile's rear, which play a crucial role in maintaining aerodynamic stability and control throughout the...