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Tuesday, 16 July 2024

Kh-47M2 Kinzhal

Russian nuclear-capable air-launched ballistic missile


Kh-47M2 Kinzhal
Kh-47M2 Kinzhal

The Kh-47M2 Kinzhal is a Russian hypersonic air-launched ballistic missile. It has an estimated range of 460–480 km (290–300 mi) and a reported top speed of Mach 10. It can carry either conventional or nuclear warheads and can be launched by Tu-22M3 bombers, MiG-31K interceptors, or modified Su-34 fighter-bombers. It is the first hypersonic weapon used.

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