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Missile systems, in the meaning given in [missile], have been classified based on a wide variety of properties, including: flight path type, range, launching platform, propulsion, warhead, and guidance system.

Flight path type

This is really if the weapon part follows a ballistic arc or not. Consequently there are only two categories:

  • Ballistic missiles
  • Cruise missiles