The anti-missile system (AMS) is a rapid-fire, point-defense machine gun capable of tracking, engaging, and destroying incoming missiles. While effective, the system's primary drawback is its high ammunition consumption. The AMS is composed of two primary components: radar/target acquisition gear and a 50-millimeter machine gun. To save weight and eliminate the need for a fusion reactor, the system uses a standard (nonGauss technology) machine gun. As a result, the AMS has a significantly shorter range and softer punch than most offensive weapons, even those of lower caliber.