Kh-25ML (RS-AS-10 Karen)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Kh-25/Kh-25M is a family of Soviet lightweight air-to-ground missiles with a modular range of guidance systems and a range of 10 km. The anti-radiation variant (Kh-25MP) is known to NATO as the AS-12 'Kegler' and has a range up to 40 km. Designed by Zvezda-Strela, the Kh-25 is derived from the laser-guided version of the Kh-23 Grom (AS-7 'Kerry'). The Kh-25 remains in widespread use despite the apparent development of a successor, the Kh-38.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | Vympel NPO |
| Introduced | 1981 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 3,000 km/h |
| Range | 20 km |
| Weight | 0.3 t |
History
This variant was developed in the Soviet Union by Vympel NPO and entered service in 1981, enhancing the accuracy of the original Kh-25 design.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | — | confirmed |
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