LCCM Mk 2: UAE-Belarus' 1,000 km range cruise missile.
The UAE and Belarus have launched the LCCM Mk 2, which has a range of 1,000 km, a speed of 220-600 km/h, and a flight altitude of 11,500 m; it features GPS correction INS and thermal imaging EO; and can be launched from rails, 3x3 containers, and armored vehicles.
According to NextGen Defense, UAE's E-System Solutions, in collaboration with Belarus, has introduced the LCCM Mk 2 cruise missile with a maximum range of 1,000 km. The system emphasizes lower cost compared to conventional cruise missiles, precision strike capability, and flexible integration across multiple launch platforms.
Overview
The LCCM Mk 2 is described as a type of cruise missile, essentially a hybrid drone combined with a cruise missile. The system utilizes folding trapezoidal wings, a solid-fuel booster engine, and a turbofan engine for the cruise phase. According to the description, the system is aimed at destroying targets such as air defense systems, armored vehicles, radar, and UAVs.
The published specifications
| Ingredients/Indicators | Value |
|---|---|
| Shooting range | up to 1,000 km |
| Speed | 220 - 600 km/h |
| Flight altitude | maximum 11,500 m (low and medium altitude) |
| Maximum weight | 122 kg |
| Fuel | 48 liters |
| Load | 25 - 50 kg |
| Warhead | Powerful explosion, fragmentation; destruction radius up to 10 m (equipment) and 50 m (personnel). |
| Aerodynamics | Folding trapezoidal wing |
| Motivation | Solid fuel booster engine + turbojet engine |
Navigation and sensor system
The inertial navigation system (INS) is corrected by GPS during flight, combining an electro-optical seeker with a thermal imaging channel for the final phase. This configuration aims to maintain accurate long-range trajectories and increase the probability of hitting the target during the approach phase.
Launch platform and modular design
- Launched from a fixed launch rail.
- Integrated onto light armored vehicles.
- The modular container launcher carries 9 missiles (3 x 3 configuration).
Modular design allows for rapid integration across multiple platforms with minimal upfront investment, suitable for flexible deployment requirements.
Classification and priority objectives
The LCCM Mk 2 is described as a hybrid UAV-cruise missile system, aimed at:
- Short/medium-range air defense system.
- Armored vehicles and ground equipment.
- Radar station.
- UAV.
Operational implications
With a range of 1,000 km, speeds of 220-600 km/h, and an operating altitude of up to 11,500 m, the LCCM Mk 2 allows for long-range target engagements with low/medium flight profiles. It is described as a cheaper alternative to conventional cruise missiles, while also being considered a deterrent and a guarantee of strategic autonomy. These assessments were presented in the presentation, according to NextGen Defense.
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