Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR) has revealed new details about Russia’s S-71K “Kovyor” [Carpet] air-launched cruise missile on Monday, publishing an interactive 3D model and a breakdown of its components on the War&Sanctions portal.
HUR says the missile was developed by Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation for use with its Su-57 fighter jet platform. It was first used in combat late last year.
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The missile carries a 250-kilogram explosive bomb built into its front section. Its body is made from layered fiberglass materials with reinforced parts, and some internal elements are made of aluminum.
Inside, the missile uses a basic flight control system, an inertial navigation system, and a power unit.
According to HUR, most of the electronic parts come from abroad, including the United States, China, Switzerland, Japan, Germany, Taiwan, and Ireland.
The missile is powered by an R500 turbojet engine produced within Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation. It has a range of up to 300 kilometers thanks to its fuel tanks.
HUR also says Russia may eventually launch the missile from its S-70 “Okhotnik” combat drone.
The agency said the case shows how Russia continues to rely on foreign technology to build new weapons. It called for stronger sanctions to limit Russia’s ability to produce such systems.
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