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The conversation suggests that the U.S. military deliberately does not equip its forces with the very latest or first-generation systems across all weapon types. Instead, there's a focus on maintaining a balance between cutting-edge technology and proven, reliable systems.
This approach allows the military to allocate resources efficiently—upgrading certain platforms while still retaining effective older systems like the Tomahawk missile. The rationale is that these legacy systems, though seemingly outdated, continue to meet operational needs, especially when paired with new tactics and support technologies.