US Military Unveils Arsenal Used in Iran Strikes
More than 24 hours after the start of the conflict in the Middle East following US and Israeli military actions against Iran, the US forces have revealed the breadth of weaponry utilized in attacks on Tehran and other Iranian facilities. The Command Center reported the use of over 20 weapons systems, even boasting of “special capabilities that we cannot list here.”
Operation Epic Fury: A Detailed Look at US Weaponry
As part of “Operation Epic Fury,” the US targeted Iranian military facilities with a diverse range of assets, including strategic bombers, fighter aircraft, drones and missile systems. The deployment represents a significant show of force in the region.
Aircraft Deployed
The attacks commenced with two B-2 stealth bombers originating from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri. These aircraft undertook a round trip exceeding 20,000 kilometers, delivering 900-kilogram bombs against Iranian underground facilities associated with the ballistic missile program. Both B-2 bombers completed their mission without landing, relying on mid-flight refueling.
Beyond the B-2s, the United States as well deployed electronic warfare aircraft, F-22 and F-35 fighters, and the aircraft carriers Gerald Ford and Abraham Lincoln.
List of US Weapons Used
- B-2 stealth bombers
- Drones LUCAS
- Patriot interceptor missile systems
- THAAD anti-ballistic missile systems
- F-18 fighters
- F-16 fighters
- F-22 fighters
- A-10 attack aircraft
- F-35 stealth fighters
- EA-18G electronic attack aircraft
- Early warning and airborne control aircraft
- Airborne Communications Relay Platforms
- P-8 maritime patrol aircraft
- RC-135 reconnaissance aircraft
- Drones MQ-9 Reaper
- M-142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems
- Nuclear powered aircraft carrier
- Guided missile destroyers
- Anti-drone systems
- Refueling tankers
- Replenishment ships
- C-17 Globemaster cargo aircraft
- C-130 cargo planes
Targeted Facilities and Objectives
The US Army detailed the types of Iranian facilities targeted during the operation. Attacks focused on:
- Command and control centers
- IRGC Joint Headquarters
- IRGC Aerospace Forces Headquarters
- Integrated air defense systems
- Ballistic missile sites
- Iranian Navy ships
- Iranian Navy submarines
- Anti-ship missile sites
- Military communication capabilities
FAQ
What is Operation Epic Fury?
Operation Epic Fury is the name given to the US military operation targeting Iranian facilities.
Which aircraft carriers are involved?
The Gerald Ford and Abraham Lincoln aircraft carriers are participating in the operation.
What types of missiles were used?
Patriot interceptor missile systems and THAAD anti-ballistic missile systems were among those deployed.
The unfolding situation in the Middle East remains fluid. The US military’s detailed accounting of its deployed arsenal underscores the scale and intensity of the current conflict.
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