* What is special about Russia's new S8000 Banderol cruise missile?
The S8000 Banderol is a new Russian cruise missile developed by Kronstadt JSC. This advanced weapon is launched from the Orion unmanned combat aircraft and possibly the Mi-28N attack helicopter.
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Russian S8000 Banderol cruise missile. Photo: Bulgarian Military |
With a reported range of up to 500km and a high-explosive fragmentation warhead, the missile demonstrates Moscow's continued efforts to enhance its long-range strike capabilities amid increasingly complex conflicts. The S8000 Banderol is a jet-powered cruise missile designed to precisely strike ground targets. According to information provided by GUR, the missile is about 5m long, has a wingspan of about 2.2m and a body diameter of about 30cm. The missile is said to use a turbojet engine, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of 620-650km/h and a cruise speed of 520-560km/h. The amount of fuel carried, estimated at 50-65kg, supports a flight range of up to 500km, allowing the missile to attack targets at considerable distances.
The S8000 Banderol warhead weighs around 150kg, making it suitable for missions against fortified positions, infrastructure or troop concentrations. The GUR report also notes that the missile relies on many foreign-sourced components, but specific details about the guidance system or electronics have not been disclosed.
The S8000 Banderol is primarily launched from the Orion unmanned combat aircraft developed by the Kronstadt Group. The Orion, also known as the Inokhodets, is designed for reconnaissance, surveillance and precision strike missions.
* Japan produces stealth patrol boats
Japan has launched a program to build a new generation of patrol ships for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), Army Recognition reported. The program is expected to put into operation 12 multi-purpose ships, of which the first four were keeled in February at the Japan Marine United shipyard in Yokohama.
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The ship's design incorporates stealth features such as a low radar cross-section, advanced automation systems that allow for operation with just 30 crew members, and is optimally equipped for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. Photo: JMSDF |
According to the Japanese Ministry of Defense, the first two ships are expected to be launched in November this year, the next two in March 2026, and all four ships will be delivered to the JMSDF by March 2027. The ships are 95 meters long, 12 meters wide, and have a standard displacement of about 1,920 tons. The design of the ships includes stealth features such as a low radar cross-section, advanced automation systems that allow for operation with a crew of 30, and are optimally equipped for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions.
These patrol vessels will be modular in design, with decks that can be configured to carry a variety of equipment for different missions. The design of the vessel allows for the integration of anti-ship, anti-aircraft and anti-submarine missiles. Currently, the vessel’s only fixed armament is a 30mm remote-controlled gun, which is suitable for peacetime patrol missions.
The ship is also equipped to deploy a variety of unmanned vehicles, such as the V-BAT vertical take-off and landing UAV developed by Shield AI. This device can operate in a limited space (with a floor area of only 4m 2 ) and has a maximum flight time of 10 hours, expanding the ship's surveillance range. The design configuration also demonstrates the ability to operate unmanned systems on the surface and underwater, further expanding ISR capabilities and protecting maritime security.
* GDELS and KNDS join hands to develop NEMESIS self-propelled gun
At the International Defence and Security Exhibition (FEINDEF) 2025 in Madrid, Spain, General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS), in collaboration with KNDS, officially launched a new tracked self-propelled artillery system called NEMESIS. The system is developed based on the ASCOD tracked armored vehicle platform and integrates the advanced, fully automated 155mm L52 AGM gun developed by KNDS.
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| The NEMESIS self-propelled gun, on display at the GDELS stand at the FEINDEF 2025 exhibition in Madrid, features advanced automation, 360° firing capabilities and mobility thanks to its tracked chassis. Photo: Army Recognition |
NEMESIS combines three core capabilities: powerful firepower, optimal protection for the crew and high mobility in complex terrain. The heart of the system is a 155mm gun, providing highly accurate firepower with a range of up to 54km using standard ammunition and up to 70km with extended-range ammunition.
In addition, the system is also equipped with the feature of firing multiple rounds at one target at the same time (MRSI), thereby significantly increasing combat effectiveness and suppressing enemy positions with minimal warning time.
Automation is the core design foundation of NEMESIS. With its advanced digital architecture, the system can be fully operated by a crew of just two, a major breakthrough compared to traditional self-propelled artillery systems.
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