Ministry of Defense of Russia published the first pictures of long-range Tu-22M3 bombers with new weapons. The planes in the image are equipped with the new Kh-32 missile. Telegram-channel bmpd.
The planes were captured at the Khmeimim air base in Syria during the inspection of Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu. The new missile was spotted on the external sling of long-range bombers. The publication suggested that these are the first pictures of the new Kh-32 missile.
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The Kh-32 missile was developed on the basis of the Soviet Kh-22. She received a new engine, and a reduced warhead made it possible to increase the fuel supply and range of the Kh-32. Also, the ammunition was equipped with an automatic control system and a new guidance system. It is believed that the missile launch range is 1000 kilometers.
Earlier, the Russian Defense Ministry announced the transfer of Tu-22M3 and MiG-31K aircraft with the Kinzhal aviation complex to the Khmeimim air base.
In February 2021, a source in the military-industrial complex spoke about testing a new missile. He noted that the Tu-22M3 made several launches of Kh-32 missiles, which confirmed the characteristics of the ammunition.
In May 2021, The Drive assessed the danger of Russian Tu-22M3s for British and American aircraft carrier strike groups.
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