Kh-58 (RS-AS-11 Kilter)
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Kh-58 (NATO reporting name AS-11 Kilter) is a Soviet-designed anti-radiation missile intended to destroy enemy radar systems. It is typically carried by tactical aircraft such as the Su-24, Su-27, and MiG-25BM, providing a stand-off capability against air defense radars.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | Soviet Union |
| Manufacturer | Raduga Design Bureau |
| Introduced | 1978 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 4,400 km/h |
| Range | 200 km |
| Weight | 0.64 t |
History
Developed in the Soviet Union by Raduga Design Bureau and introduced in 1978, it has been a long-standing component of Soviet and Russian air force arsenals.
Operators
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