Qased
| Qased | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Type | Smart bomb |
| Place of origin | Iran |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 2,000 lb (910 kg) |
Guidance system | Unknown |
| References | |
Qased (also Ghased; Persian: قاصد, lit. 'Messenger') is a 2000-pound (900 kg) Iranian developed smart bomb.
Guidance[]
Qased is a guided precision weapon, but it is not clear whether it is laser-guided or TV-guided. TV footage of its test-fire suggests it is TV-guided. It is thought to be for use with Iran's F-4 Phantom II fighter jets.[1]
See also[]
- Military of Iran
- Iran's missile forces
- Iranian military industry
- Equipment of the Iranian Army
References[]
- ^ "Iran says it's developed Smart Bomb". Salon.com. August 23, 2007. Archived from the original on August 27, 2007. Retrieved August 23, 2007.
External links[]
- FARS News Agency, افتتاح خطوط توليد بمب هوشمند 2هزار پوندي قاصد [Production line inauguration photo gallery], 10 July 2011, (in Persian)
- Youtube, Iran's Qassed-1 (GBU-78/A) [Qased Documentary], IR Iran, 27 April 2012, (in Persian)
Categories:
- Aerial bombs of Iran
- Guided bombs
- Military equipment introduced in the 2000s