Replying to @Illuminatus@mstdn.social
@Illuminatus
I'm a bit unsure - that's a literal translation.
I >>THINK<< they contain ball bearings to smash the target.
I considered "weapons systems" but the whole thing is a weapon...
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This is what a real space missile looks like - nothing like a torpedo!
Soviet "Polet" (flight) space interceptor
Hardware photos show variations, but the basic design is the same.
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