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First Footage of Debris from Kh-101 Cassette Cruise Missile for Tu-95MS and Tu-160 Bombers Appears

In a non-nuclear configuration, the Kh-101 carries a 400-kilogram warhead

The first footage of debris from the cassette warhead of Kh-101 air-launched cruise missiles for Tu-95MS and Tu-160 strategic bombers has appeared online.

First Footage of Debris from Kh-101 Cassette Cruise Missile for Tu-95MS and Tu-160 Bombers Appears
Image source: @milinfolive

This type of warhead appeared on cruise missiles for more effective engagement of air defense system positions and exposed aircraft at airfields. The footage shows submunitions from the Kh-101.

In a non-nuclear configuration, the Kh-101 carries a 400-kg high-explosive warhead. In a thermonuclear configuration, the projectile's yield is adjustable. The missiles are carried by Tu-95MS and Tu-160 strategic bombers.

First Footage of Debris from Kh-101 Cassette Cruise Missile for Tu-95MS and Tu-160 Bombers Appears
Image source: @milinfolive

Work on the Kh-101 missile began during the USSR era. In 2012, the Kh-101 (in nuclear configuration - Kh-102) was adopted into service by the Russian army. Distinctive features of the Kh-101 include a jamming system and reduced radar signature.

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