Traditionally. Newer interceptors like PAC-3 are designed for hit-to-kill, using the kinetic energy of the interceptor itself to hit and destroy the target dire

Traditionally. Newer interceptors like PAC-3 are designed for hit-to-kill, using the kinetic energy of the interceptor itself to hit and destroy the target directly. The downside is you need more advanced sensors to get the required guidance accuracy, the upside is less "dead weight" for a warhead.