W86

The W86 is a type of nuclear warhead designed for use by the United States military. Specifically, it is a thermonuclear warhead that was developed for the U.S. Air Force to be deployed on the AGM-86 ALCM (Air-Launched Cruise Missile). The W86 warhead is known for its relatively compact design and is believed to have a yield of around 100 kilotons. The W86 warhead is part of the U.S.