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The Whirlwind multiple missile launcher is mounted on the Space Marine Whirlwind vehicle. It is capable of firing various types of missiles, the most common types being the standard Vengeance missile or the more advanced Castellan missile. The Whirlwind can only be loaded with one specific type of missile at a time.
Vengeance missiles
Vengeance missiles are the standard warheads used by the Whirlwind. The Vengeance missile is a high explosive missile containing a proximity fuse, which detonates the missile close to the target, scattering deadly shrapnel over the entire area.
Castellan missiles
Castellan missiles are defensive missiles, which upon detonating, scatter mines over a large area. They are often effective for denying an enemy an easy route for counter attacks. Sufficient mines are fired in each shot that the field will remain until the end of the battle.
Sources
- Codex: Space Marines (4th Edition)
- Imperial Armour Volume Two - Space Marines and Forces of the Inquisition
