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The '''Al-Battaar''' is a series of laser-guided bombs (LGBs) developed in Pakistan by Qaswa Industries (aka ]). It is one of Pakistan's first locally developed ]s (PGM).<ref name=quwa>{{Cite web |title=Qaswa Industries Al-Battaar Laser-Guided Bomb (LGB) Kit |url=https://quwa.org/pakistan/munitions/qaswa-industries-al-battaar-laser-guided-bomb-lgb-kit/ |date=2024-12-10 |website=Quwa.org}}</ref><ref name=gids>{{Cite web |title=GIDS Laser Guided Bomb kit |url=https://www.gids.com.pk/air |website=GIDS Official website}}</ref> The '''Al-Battaar''' is a series of laser-guided bombs (LGBs) developed in Pakistan by Qaswa Industries (aka ]). It is one of Pakistan's first locally developed ]s (PGM).<ref name=quwa>{{Cite web |title=Qaswa Industries Al-Battaar Laser-Guided Bomb (LGB) Kit |url=https://quwa.org/pakistan/munitions/qaswa-industries-al-battaar-laser-guided-bomb-lgb-kit/ |date=2024-12-10 |website=Quwa.org}}</ref><ref name=gids>{{Cite web |title=GIDS Laser Guided Bomb kit |url=https://www.gids.com.pk/air |website=GIDS Official website}}</ref>


== Overview == == Overview ==
The Al-Battaar is specifically designed to give high precision and accuracy within a promised 10]. While the kit is made up of several key components, they are classified into two main groups. The Computer Control Group (CCG) installed on the front of the ] and the Airfoil Group attached to the rear end of the GPB.<ref name=gids/> The Al-Battar being a laser guided weapon relies on an external source to illuminate the target to guide it. This laser illuminator could be a ] onboard the launch platform, another aircraft (including drones), or a hand held ] from soldiers or vehicles.<ref name=quwa/> The Al-Battaar is specifically designed to give high precision and accuracy within a promised 10]. While the kit is made up of several key components, they are classified into two main groups. The Computer Control Group (CCG) installed on the front of the ] and the Airfoil Group attached to the rear end of the GPB.<ref name=gids/> The Al-Battar being a laser guided weapon relies on an external source to illuminate the target to guide it. This laser illuminator could be a ] on board the launch platform, another aircraft (including drones), or a hand held ] from soldiers or vehicles.<ref name=quwa/>

The weapon can be launched at a maximum altitude of up to 25,000&nbsp;ft carried as one or multiple munitions through ] and bomb-racks. With an operational range of 14&nbsp;km, the LGB has max carriage speed limit of Mach-1.4 and release speed limit of Mach-1.2. Other than that, they also have the ability to be delivered in low altitude as well as in level, ], and ] bombing methods.<ref name=quwa/>

== Variants ==
* '''Al Battaar-500''': 240&nbsp;kg version fitted on a ] bomb.<ref name=quwa/>
* '''Al Battaar-2000''': 900&nbsp;kg version fitted on a ] bomb.<ref name=quwa/>

== Operators ==
* {{PAK}}
** {{air force|PAK}} - Both variants used on several combat aircraft and UCAVs.
* {{NGA}}
** {{air force|NGA}} - AB-500 used by NAF ]s.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nigeria's JF-17 Thunders are carrying out precision bombings with ASELPOD kit |url=https://www.military.africa/2022/03/nigerias-jf-17-thunders-carry-out-precision-bombings-with-aselpod-kit/ |date=2022-03-11 |website=Military Africa}}</ref>

== Platforms ==
* ]
* ] <ref>{{Cite tweet |number=1747162542902796790 |user=Defence_IDA |title=The Pakistan Air Force operates the J10C equipped with a diverse array of locally sourced and Chinese weaponry.}}</ref>
* ] <ref>{{Cite web |title=PAF Mirage 3/5 A2G load out |url=https://twitter.com/FarooqB90714421/status/1558703765989072896 |website=X}}</ref>
* GIDS Shahpar III UCAV
* ]<ref>{{Cite web |title=Pakistan Looks to Use Drones as Strike Assets |url=https://quwa.org/pakistan-drone-news/pakistan-looks-to-use-drones-as-strike-assets-2/ |date=2023-08-14 |website=Quwa.org}}</ref>

== See also ==
* ]
* ]


== References == == References ==
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Latest revision as of 03:44, 20 December 2024

Laser guided bomb kit
Al-Battaar
TypeLaser guided bomb kit
Place of origin Pakistan
Service history
Used by Nigeria
 Pakistan
Wars
Production history
DesignerQaswa Industries
ManufacturerGIDS
VariantsAl Battaar-500
Al Battar-2000
Specifications
Mass240 kg (530 lb) (AB-500)
900 kg (2,000 lb) (AB-2000)
Effective firing range14.8 km (9.2 mi)
WarheadMk. 83 or Mk. 84
Guidance
system		SALH
Accuracy10m CEP
Launch
platform		Fighter Jets
UCAVs

The Al-Battaar is a series of laser-guided bombs (LGBs) developed in Pakistan by Qaswa Industries (aka Air Weapons Complex). It is one of Pakistan's first locally developed Precision Guided Munitions (PGM).

Overview

The Al-Battaar is specifically designed to give high precision and accuracy within a promised 10CEP. While the kit is made up of several key components, they are classified into two main groups. The Computer Control Group (CCG) installed on the front of the GPB and the Airfoil Group attached to the rear end of the GPB. The Al-Battar being a laser guided weapon relies on an external source to illuminate the target to guide it. This laser illuminator could be a targeting pod on board the launch platform, another aircraft (including drones), or a hand held Laser designator from soldiers or vehicles.

The weapon can be launched at a maximum altitude of up to 25,000 ft carried as one or multiple munitions through pylons and bomb-racks. With an operational range of 14 km, the LGB has max carriage speed limit of Mach-1.4 and release speed limit of Mach-1.2. Other than that, they also have the ability to be delivered in low altitude as well as in level, dive, and loft bombing methods.

Variants

  • Al Battaar-500: 240 kg version fitted on a Mk 82 bomb.
  • Al Battaar-2000: 900 kg version fitted on a Mk 84 bomb.

Operators

Platforms

See also

References

  1. ^ "Qaswa Industries Al-Battaar Laser-Guided Bomb (LGB) Kit". Quwa.org. 2024-12-10.
  2. ^ "GIDS Laser Guided Bomb kit". GIDS Official website.
  3. "Nigeria's JF-17 Thunders are carrying out precision bombings with ASELPOD kit". Military Africa. 2022-03-11.
  4. @Defence_IDA (January 16, 2024). "The Pakistan Air Force operates the J10C equipped with a diverse array of locally sourced and Chinese weaponry" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  5. "PAF Mirage 3/5 A2G load out". X.
  6. "Pakistan Looks to Use Drones as Strike Assets". Quwa.org. 2023-08-14.
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