KH-101
MISSILES - DEFENCE AND SECURITY
News: Rescuers search
for more bodies at children’s hospital struck by Russia
What's
in the news?
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Recently,
the Kh-101 cruise missile that struck a children's hospital in Kyiv perfectly
illustrates the ability of the Russian defense industry to overcome Western
efforts to cut its supply of key components.
Kh
101 Missile:
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The
Kh-101 is a Russian air-launched cruise
missile (ALCM) known for its stealth capabilities and long range.
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It's
part of a family of missiles that includes the nuclear-capable Kh-102.
Characteristics:
1.
Stealth:
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Designed
to evade radar detection by flying
at low altitudes and using radar-absorbing materials.
2.
Long Range:
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Capable
of striking targets at distances of up to 2,500
kilometers.
3.
Precision:
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Equipped
with GLONASS satellite navigation
and terminal guidance for accurate targeting.
4.
Payload:
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Carries
a conventional high-explosive warhead.