MilitaryPaveway IV
Missile Systemconfirmed
The Paveway IV is a precision-guided bomb, representing an advanced iteration of the Paveway series. It incorporates a dual-mode guidance system, utilizing both GPS/INS for all-weather capability and a semi-active laser seeker for enhanced accuracy against moving targets.
Specifications
| Type | Missile System |
| Origin | United Kingdom |
| Manufacturer | Raytheon UK |
| Introduced | 2008 |
| Status | In service |
| Weight | 0.227 t |
History
Developed by Raytheon UK, it entered service in 2008 and has been widely used by the Royal Air Force in operations such as in Afghanistan and Libya.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | — | confirmed |
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