OVERVIEW: The KAB-250LG-E is a lightweight, precision-guided, air-to-surface bomb developed by Russia, using semi-active laser guidance and designed for high-accuracy strikes against small, high-value ground targets with minimal collateral damage.

DETAILS: Developed by GNPP Region, the KAB-250LG-E is an export-oriented, 250 kg-class guided bomb utilizing a semi-active laser seeker. It is compatible with a wide range of modern Russian combat aircraft such as the Su-30SM, Su-34, Su-35, and MiG-35. The weapon's aerodynamic shape and guidance system allow precision strikes with a CEP of ≤ 5 meters, making it suitable for use in urban or constrained environments where reduced blast radius and target discrimination are essential.

It follows the general design philosophy of Russian KAB-series bombs, offering a balance between size, accuracy, and cost-efficiency. The smaller warhead size makes it comparable in concept to Western Paveway II-type munitions (e.g., GBU-12).

SPECIFICATIONS:
Guidance: Semi-active laser homing
Warhead: ~100 kg HE fragmentation
Length: ~3.2 m
Diameter: ~255 mm
Wingspan: ~0.55 m
Weight: ~256–265 kg
Platforms: Su-30SM, Su-34, Su-35S, MiG-29SMT, MiG-35, Yak-130 (with modifications)

Range: ~10–17 km (altitude dependent)
Accuracy: ≤ 5 meters CEP

NOTES:
IOC: Late 2010s (export version announced at MAKS 2019).
Operators: Russia, Algeria (reported), and potential clients in Southeast Asia and MENA
Interesting Fact: The KAB-250LG-E is designed to be compatible with Russia’s fifth-generation aircraft like the Su-57, owing to its compact form factor and internal bay compatibility.

SOURCES:
Ausairpower; Tactical Missiles Corporation (KTRV); MAKS 2019 Official Displays and Product Sheets; Jane’s Air-Launched Weapons – KAB-250LG-E profile; SIPRI Arms Transfers Database; Airforce Technology – KAB-series overview; MilitaryRussia.ru; AusAirPower – Russian precision-guided munitions overview