StandOff & PGM Weapons

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVTJ4dRcGXE

"ŞİMŞEK-K, with a datalink range of 150 km, can reach a range of 500+ km when used like a cruise missile. The longer range is likely obtained with a larger MTOW of 83 kg compared to 70 kg of baseline ŞİMŞEK. The payload capacity is 18 kg."


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ÅÄ°MÅEK-K with RATO Capability Hits Target with Warhead | TURDEF

The new version of TUSAÅâs ÅÄ°MÅEK UAV, ÅÄ°MÅEK-K, hit a ground target with a warhead after its first takeoff test using rocket assist instead of a catapult.
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Tiny Black Arrow Cruise Missile Demonstrates A Whopping 400-Mile Range​

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Tiny Black Arrow Cruise Missile Demonstrates A Whopping 400-Mile Range

Currently being tested on the C-130, the Black Arrow, also known as the Small Cruise Missile, could find its way onto other U.S. Special Operations Command platforms and more. Currently being tested on the C-130, the Black Arrow, also known as the Small Cruise Missile, could find its way onto...
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400 miles with a 200lb munition??
 
MALD was like 500 in the original non jamming version at ~300 lbs. Low weight = tiny turbojet that sips fuel. Payload must be super marginal though. For special ops that’s probably fine; the GBU-69 has a 36 lb warhead. It’s pretty much like a precision 120mm mortar strike.
 
It’s enough to to do the job. Hellfire is like what, 20lbs? Against most any mobile/relocatable target, a 30-40 lb warhead is fine.
 
Forest Green said:
Stormbreaker glide bombs now on Super Hornet combat ops:
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https://twitter.com/x/status/1970958518594437362
View: https://x.com/AirPowerNEW1/status/1970958518594437362

RTX's Raytheon completes Ground-Launched StormBreaker® test​

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RTX's Raytheon completes Ground-Launched StormBreaker® test

TUCSON,Ariz., Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed a test for a ground-launched variant of the StormBreaker® smart weapon. The business designed, developed and tested the new variant in 50 days. The test was held this spring at a private test range...
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yeetmahboi said:
Finally, GLSDBII :)
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There are many different rocket launch-vehicles the US could use based on the likes of the Hellfire, Sidewinder, AMRAAM, Sparrow, ESSM Block 2 and SM-6 to ground launch both the SDB-I and SDB-II.
 
aonestudio said:
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Potent anti-armor munition integrated into MQ-9 at Yuma Proving Ground

A venerable unmanned aerial system (UAS) now has a potent new arrow in its quiver thanks to testing at U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG).YPG testers...
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GA-ASI and AeroVironment Complete First-Ever Air Launch of Switchblade 600 from MQ-9A UAS

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) and AeroVironment (“AV”) (NASDAQ: AVAV) collaborated on the air launch of a Switchblade 600 loitering munition (LM) from a GA-ASI Block 5 MQ-9A unmanned aircraft system (UAS).
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https://twitter.com/x/status/1972660203444138028
View: https://x.com/ypg_az/status/1972660203444138028
YPG testers recently evaluated the integration of the Switchblade 600 Block 1 into the MQ-9, often referred to as the Reaper when equipped with a munition.

The Switchblade 600 Block 1 (SB 600) is a state-of-the-art anti-armor loitering munition, featuring the potent warhead employed by the renowned Javelin anti-tank missile. The system excels in range, achieving an impressive distance of up to 175 kilometers when launched from an MQ-9 at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

In the test, the Switchblade was successfully launched twice—once with an inert warhead and once with a high-explosive round—targeting a T-72 tank from YPG's target collection. These tests evaluated the system’s components, from the launcher to its long-range antennas. Control of the SB600 through the MQ-9 Reaper Ground Control Station (GCS) involved an advanced integration of Satellite Communications (SATCOM) and Data Link (DDL) relay, which enabled precise operation over long distances.

Following launch, the SB600 was maneuvered by an operator using SATCOM for over-the-horizon communication, ensuring continuous command and telemetry exchange. The MQ-9 acted as a relay station using DDL to manage real-time video feeds and enhance the munition’s precision during reconnaissance and target engagement. During the test, the SB600 was orbited around the target for confirmation before performing a high-speed attack dash, documented by a UH-60 helicopter and ground-based Kineto Tracking Mounts for comprehensive mission analysis.
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While not a weapon for now there seems to be interest to using Bayern-Chemie Red Kite rocket system for potential Hypersonic/ ballistic applications
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RED-KITE-Raketenmotor mit Potenzial für Hyperschallwaffen

Gut informierten Kreisen zufolge können mit einem RED-KITE-Raketenmotor, der rund eine Tonne Treibstoff enthält, Nutzlasen von etwa 200 Kilogramm auf rund 260
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kqcke for you said:
https://www.navalnews.com/event-new...nch-of-new-teseo-mk2-e-ashm-for-italian-navy/
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MBDA Signed Production Contract for TESEO MK2/E Anti-ship Missile for the Italian Navy​

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MBDA Inks Production Contract for TESEO MK2/E Anti-ship Missile - Naval News

MBDA has signed a contract with the National Directorate of Naval Armaments for the production of the TESEO MK2/E anti-ship missile, which is currently under development for the Italian Navy.
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Teseo MK2/E characteristics:

  • Weight: 700kg (start of cruise phase)
  • Length: < 5m (< 5.5m in launching canister)
  • Range: > 350km
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View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_o0CT5lt-y8
 
IIRC is not the ErAM program adopting both CoAspire RAACM and Zone5 Rusty Dagger?

Though both of those are air launched; perhaps a future sale of ground launched Baracuda will emerge.
 
Dilandu said:
Essentially while US discussed the JDAM-ER, Russia made it) A clear difference between military with theoretical experience (American) and military with near-peer practical experience (Russian).
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I believe the US do have something similar (ERAM), also heard APKWS can shoot down glide bombs now.
 
Dilandu said:
But powered version is still discussed)
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Discussed by who? It is a OEM pitched solution missing an actual operational requirement or customer funding. USAF and USN don't even have an established need for JDAM-ER let alone a powered JDAM.

As was mentioned earlier, ERAM is an operational requirement which has had two weapons selected. Both of those are now in production and Ukraine is working with the two OEMs to begin absorbing these into its force. It will be introduced to Russian forces soon enough.
 
Dilandu said:
Essentially while US discussed the JDAM-ER, Russia made it) A clear difference between military with theoretical experience (American) and military with near-peer practical experience (Russian).
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JDAM-ER is the wing kit; PJDAM would be the equivalent of. The U.S. looks to be bypassing this route in favor of mass produced purpose build cruise missiles like RAACM and Rusty Dagger, both part of the ERAM program. All of the air services have one or more cheap cruise missile program or at least RFi.
 
Josh_TN said:
JDAM-ER is the wing kit; PJDAM would be the equivalent of. The U.S. looks to be bypassing this route in favor of mass produced purpose build cruise missiles like RAACM and Rusty Dagger, both part of the ERAM program. All of the air services have one or more cheap cruise missile program or at least RFi.
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Yes, seems I mistook a bit. Thanks for correcting.
 
Dilandu said:
Yes, but our bomb is already flying)
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ERAM has already flown too, just not at Russian forces... yet. Range: 400-480km.

U.S. Innovation Hurries New Cruise Missile To Ukraine | Aviation Week Network

After its rapid-fire development, the low-cost Extended-Range Attack Munition cruise missile program is poised for trial by fire.
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aonestudio said:
https://twitter.com/x/status/1980365829792280932
View: https://x.com/Archer83Able/status/1980365829792280932
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Heres a better pic of one mounted on the aircraft.
It actually looks more like your western style jdam-er type glide bomb with its separate wing kit & tail section,tho they still look to be using the umpk type staggered wings.
The big advantage looks to be the longer wings this has over the old umpk so likely longer range
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It doesnt look to be powered tho,but it wouldnt be that hard to either stretch the tail section to fit a jet engine or to stick a jet engine & small intakes on to the back behind the tail surfaces.
 

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