The russian UMPC system (Universal Planning and Correction Module), which is installed on conventional free-fall bombs to convert them into glide bombs with flight correction capabilities, has received a new version.
This version features a larger wing span, which extends to the tail area of the bomb when folded
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Meanwhile, the wing was previously shorter. Fighterbomber posted a photo of the new version, noting that the updated UMPC now flies longer distances.
It took six months for russia to implement the new product. However, it is currently unknown how widespread the product has become. Meanwhile, the extent to which the range of russian so-called KABs has increased remains in question.
Let us remember that the previous version already allowed attacks at a range of about 60-65 km from high-altitude flight mode, although russia claims a range of 80 km.
While the actual increase in range of the new UMPC version is unknown, it is important to understand that every additional kilometer provides the enemy with the opportunity to conduct safer attacks or deliver deeper strikes with the same level of risk.
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