THAAD To HIMARS, US Used These 30 Military Assets In First 10 Days Of Israel-Iran War

Last Updated:March 10, 2026, 13:27 IST

US-Israel-Iran war: A look at the military apparatus used by America in the first 10 days of the war

The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has now released a summary of the first 10 days of Operation Epic Fury with Israel which has triggered a war with Iran.

As US forces strike targets to dismantle the Iranian regime’s security apparatus, prioritising locations that pose an imminent threat, a look at the military apparatus used in the first 10 days of the war.

OPERATION EPIC FURY

CENTCOM stated Operation Epic Fury was launched in Iran at 1:15am on February 28. It struck over 5,000 targets. The US has so far damaged or destroyed 50+ Iranian ships.

U.S. ASSETS EMPLOYED

CENTCOM’s list of US military assets deployed in Operation Epic Fury:

B-1 Bombers: Long-range supersonic strategic bomber designed to deliver large conventional payloads.

B-2 Stealth Bombers: Stealth strategic bomber capable of penetrating advanced air defenses to strike high-value targets.

B-52 Bombers: Long-range heavy bomber used for strategic bombing, close air support, and missile launches.

LUCAS Drones: Low-cost unmanned aerial systems used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and tactical missions.

Patriot Interceptor Missile Systems: Ground-based air defense system designed to intercept aircraft, cruise missiles, and ballistic missiles.

THAAD Anti-Ballistic Missile Systems: Missile defense system that intercepts short- and medium-range ballistic missiles in their terminal phase.

F-15 Fighter Jets: High-performance air superiority fighter designed to dominate enemy aircraft in combat.

F-16 Fighter Jets: Multirole fighter aircraft used for air combat, ground attack, and tactical support.

F-18 Fighter Jets: Carrier-capable multirole fighter used for air-to-air combat and ground strike missions.

F-22 Fighter Jets: Advanced stealth air superiority fighter with supercruise and highly integrated avionics.

F-35 Stealth Fighters: Fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter designed for air combat, intelligence gathering, and precision strikes.

A-10 Attack Jets: Close air support aircraft optimised for attacking ground targets and armored vehicles.

EA-18G Electronic Attack Aircraft: Electronic warfare aircraft used to jam enemy radar and communications.

Airborne Early Warning & Control Aircraft: Aircraft equipped with radar systems to detect and track aerial and surface threats.

E-2D Advanced Hawkeye: Carrier-based airborne early warning aircraft providing battlefield surveillance and command coordination.

Airborne Communication Relay: Aircraft that extend communications between dispersed military units and command centers.

U-2 Dragon Lady: High-altitude reconnaissance aircraft used for intelligence, surveillance, and strategic imaging.

P-8 Maritime Patrol Aircraft: Long-range patrol aircraft designed for anti-submarine warfare and maritime surveillance.

RC-135 Reconnaissance Aircraft: Signals intelligence aircraft used to collect and analyze electronic communications and radar emissions.

MQ-9 Reapers: Unmanned combat aerial vehicle used for surveillance and precision strike missions.

M-142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS): Mobile rocket artillery system capable of launching precision-guided rockets and missiles.

Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carriers: Large warships that deploy and support aircraft for sustained naval air operations.

Guided-Missile Destroyers: Multi-mission warships equipped with advanced missiles for air, surface, and missile defense.

Counter-Drone Systems: Technologies designed to detect, track, and neutralize hostile unmanned aerial vehicles.

Refueling Tanker Aircraft: Aircraft that provide aerial refueling to extend the range and endurance of other aircraft.

Refueling Ships: Naval vessels that supply fuel and logistics support to ships operating at sea.

C-17 Globemaster Cargo Aircraft: Strategic military transport aircraft used for rapid deployment of troops and heavy equipment.

C-130 Cargo Aircraft: Tactical transport aircraft used for cargo, troop transport, and special operations missions.

EC-130H Compass Call: Electronic warfare aircraft designed to disrupt enemy communications and command networks.

Counter Rocket, Artillery and Mortar Systems (C-RAM): Defense system that detects and intercepts incoming rockets, artillery shells, and mortars.

TYPES OF TARGETS

CENTCOM listed the types of targets:

Command and Control Centers

IRGC Headquarters Buildings

IRGC Intelligence Sites

Integrated Air Defense Systems

Ballistic Missile Sites

Iranian Navy Ships & Submarines

Iranian Air Defense Systems

Anti-ship Missile Sites

Military Communication Capabilities

Ballistic Missile & Drone Manufacturing

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