The nuclear warhead is a preference within the hypothetical space-warship proposal. Conventional explosives are considered insufficient for the effect sought. The proposed payload would penetrate the target and detonate inside it. This remains a concept without a detailed design or demonstrated performance.
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The proposed space-warship missile uses a nuclear penetrator
The proposed missile would penetrate the target before detonating, using a nuclear warhead for the desired destructive effect.