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World News See other World News Articles Title: New Russian Missile. S8000 Banderol Cruise Missile S8000 Banderol Cruise Missile The S8000 Banderol is a small cruise missile developed by the Kronshtadt Group, emphasizing low cost and ease of manufacturing. It is air- launched with the Kronshtadt Orion being the primary launch platform, and can also be integrated with the Mi-28 Havoc The Banderol's design is notable for its use of foreign-made parts, including a $16K Chinese jet engine sold openly on AliExpress According to Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, the Banderol is more agile than other Russian cruise missiles, suggesting that it may be intended to use flight profiles that are better able to evade Ukrainian air defense systems 3. The missile can travel up to 500 km at a cruising speed of 500 km/h and is equipped with a warhead weighing up to 150 kg, according to the DIU The Banderol's ability to perform sharper turns than conventional Russian cruise missiles, while maintaining a traditional cruise missile flight path, makes it a unique feature This design allows for potential tactical advantages, especially in regions where drones are vulnerable to jamming or anti-air fire Here are some key specifications of the S8000 Banderol cruise missile: Range: Up to 310 miles Warhead weight: Up to 330 lbs Cruising speed: 500 km/h Range: Up to 500 km The cost of the S8000 Banderol cruise missile is reportedly around $20,000, which is significantly lower than other Russian cruise missiles. This low cost is a key feature of the Banderol's design, making it an attractive option for countries with limited military budgets. It's worth noting that the cost of the Banderol may vary depending on the specific configuration and production run. However, the reported price of $20,000 is a significant reduction from other Russian cruise missiles, which can cost upwards of $100,000 or more. Russia has a wide range of cruise missiles and drones giving Russian commanders a good selection of cost effective drones and missiles to deploy unlike the US which only has expensive weapons that are either not suited to the job or ineffective. Post Comment Private Reply Ignore Thread
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