What is APKWS

– Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems – a laser guidance system for unguided Hydra 70 missiles that turns them into high-precision ammunition.

What are its advantages and features?

– missiles can be launched from air and ground mobile launchers;

– the missile fills the gap between unguided missiles and anti-tank ammunition, which ensures the accuracy of neutralizing small targets;

– after reducing the angular velocity of the rocket from 40 to 1-2 rpm, the laser homing head is connected to the control;

– the missile has a non-contact fuze that detonates when approaching the target;

– The missiles are fully compatible with all Hydra 70 launchers and can be used by all aircraft and helicopters capable of carrying unguided missiles.

FEATURES

– weight: 15 kg;

– length: 1.87 m;

– diameter: 70 mm;

– wingspan: 24.3 cm;

– speed: 1000 m / s;

– December:

1 100-5 000 m when departing from the helicopter,

2-11 km at take-off from the plane;

– guidance: semi-active laser;

– engine: all Hydra 70 engines;

– Warhead: Hydra 70.

Manufacturer: BAE Systems.

how much is the missile purchase

– $22.6 million

How important is the missile to Ukraine?

– With these missiles, the Ukrainian army will increase its arsenal of ways to eliminate Russian equipment and manpower.

The price of a rocket

– 10 thousand dollars

Text: Alla Roenko

Resources:

Facts, Ukrainian Military Pages