BLU-122
BLU-122
Bombs
Basic Information
Name
BLU-122
Designation
BLU-122
Alternate Designation
—
Equipment Type
Bombs
Manufacturer
General Dynamics
Date of Introduction
2006
Description
The 5,000 pounds class BLU-122 penetrator warhead emerged from Pre-Planned Product Improvement (P3I) of the proven BLU-113 warhead which typically was used on the GBU-28 laser-guided bunker buster bomb. BLU-122 was developed to provide the US Air Force with the capability to hold more targets at risk than its predecessor. In addition, the BLU-122 provides more penetration power, survivability and lethality against buried/hardened targets. On 31 May 2005, General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems was awarded a $5.2 million contract by the US Air Force for the first production lot of BLU-122s. This first lot included 71 warheads to be delivered before March 2006.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Bombs
Status
Active
Origin
United States of America
Contractor
General Dynamics
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2006
Total Production
71
Unitary Cost
USD $70,000
Specifications (Deagel)
Mass — Weight
2,268 kilogram
Details
Country of Origin
United States
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a000950
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
—
Height
—
Weight
2268 kg
Operators (1)
United States
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