MilitaryGBU-12 Paveway II
Missile Systemconfirmed
The GBU-12 Paveway II is an American aerial laser-guided bomb, based on the Mk 82 500 lb (230 kg) general-purpose bomb, but with the addition of a nose-mounted laser seeker and fins for guidance. A member of the Paveway series of weapons, Paveway II entered into service c. 1976. It is currently in service with the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and various other air forces.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon |
| Introduced | 2000 |
| Status | In service |
| Weight | 0.25 t |
History
Developed in the US by Raytheon in 2000, it represents an evolution of the Paveway series for enhanced targeting.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | confirmed |
| Italy | — | confirmed |
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