Tuesday, October 07, 2008

KAB

KAB-500L

Origin:Russia

Contractor/s: Tactical Missiles Corporation (KTRV)

Description: The KAB-500L is a 500 kg, Semi-Active Laser-guided bomb designed for the latest generation Russian-made aircraft. It is the Russian counterpart to proven Paveway bombs. Once released, the pilot or a third party must aim at the target with a laser designator in order to successfully direct the KAB bomb.

The KAB-500L bombs were deployed successfully during the Russian military campaign in Chechnya. Usually SU-24 Fencer and MiG-27 Flogger aircraft use this type of weapon in strike missions.

Specifications
Weights: Max Weight 500 kg (1,102 lb), Warhead 380 kg (838 lb)

Performance: Max Range 17,000 m (55,774 ft)

Family Members:
KAB-1500KR, KAB-1500L, KAB-500KR, KAB-500OD Applications
FBC-1, Mig-23, Mig-29K, Mig-29M, Mig-29M2, Mig-29SMT, Su-24, Su-30MK, Su-30MKI, Su-34, Su-35, Su-35UB, Su-39 Operators

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China

Russia

Notes
(*) lead contractor
IOC: Initial Operating Capability
FOC: Full Operating Capability
CEP: Circular Error Probable
Comm: Commissioning Date
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Last Updated: Sunday, September 28, 2008

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