A tactical nuclear weapon is defined as a nuclear weapon used against enemy military forces during combat as opposed to a strategic nuclear weapon which usually has a pre-determined target to take out enemy missiles or cause massive civilian casualties. read more
A tactical nuclear weapon (TNW) or non-strategic nuclear weapon is a nuclear weapon, generally smaller in its explosive power, which is designed to be used on a battlefield in military situations, mostly with friendly forces in proximity and perhaps even on contested friendly territory. read more