AASM XLR 1000 is an extended distance good bomb that may be launched from a complicated fighter jet like Rafael. On this, the goal could be precisely pierced with the assistance of GPS and Inspector Navigation System (INS).
Together with this, this weapon additionally has MK84 bombs, heavy warheads, turbozet engines and dual-mode Sikar with laser and infrared know-how, which makes it extra lethal.
The Safran firm has already given details about the vary of this weapon. Aasm XLR 1000 can vary from 150 to 200 kilometers, which is 3 times greater than its previous model (70 km). That’s, regardless of how far the enemy’s hideouts are, these weapons can be absolutely able to concentrating on them.
This weapon can be launched from such a peak that the air protection system of the enemy shouldn’t be caught. However, it will likely be in a position to destroy robust bunkers, buildings and air protection models precisely. This is not going to require Rafael Jet to go nearer to assault and the safety of Indian pilots will even enhance.
Aasm Hammer 250 is already being utilized in many international locations, corresponding to France, India, Morocco, Egypt, Qatar and Croatia. However AASM XLR 1000 i.e. its most superior model will at present be obtainable just for the French Air Pressure, which can use it in its Rafael F4.1 model. When the UAE will even get the Rafale F4 model in 2027, it’s attainable that it too will get this lethal weapon.
Although AASM XLR 1000 will stay with France solely for the time being, however India is already utilizing many weapons of Safran. In such a scenario, this new system can turn out to be a part of the Rafale Items of the Indian Air Pressure. If this occurs, the Indian Rafael will be capable to fly far and farther than earlier than.
Revealed at: 30 Jun 2025 08:55 AM (IST)