An anti-ship Meteor is technically possible but has doubtful practical value. Naval Strike Missile already fills that role, while Britain and France have other missile systems in development. Meteor's production line is needed for its existing purpose and replacement requirements. A new derivative brings a capacity problem unless substantial investment expands production. An anti-radar version remains a possibility rather than a firm recommendation.
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The case against making Meteor an anti-ship missile
Existing anti-ship weapons and pressure on Meteor production weaken the case for a maritime derivative.