OVERVIEW: The KAB-1500Kr is a Russian 1,500 kg-class air-to-surface guided bomb equipped with a TV-guided seeker, designed for high-precision strikes against hardened or stationary targets in clear weather conditions.

DETAILS: Developed by GNPP Region, the KAB-1500Kr is part of the KAB (Korregiruemaya Aviatsionnaya Bomba) family and is equipped with a television-based electro-optical (EO) seeker. It is manually guided via real-time feed from the seeker, requiring a direct line of sight from the launch aircraft to the target.

The bomb uses mid-body cruciform control fins and large rear stabilizers for flight control and stability. With a powerful 1,500 kg high-explosive or penetration warhead (variants include concrete-piercing Kr-Pr), the KAB-1500Kr is suitable for neutralizing bunkers, fortified positions, and key infrastructure. The TV guidance provides sub-7-meter accuracy under optimal conditions.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Guidance: Electro-optical (TV) terminal homing
Warhead: ~ 675–750 kg high-explosive
Length: ~4.63 m
Wingspan: ~0.85 m
Weight: ~1,500–1,525 kg
Platforms: Su-24M, Su-30MKI, Su-34, Su-35, MiG-29SMT, others

Range: ~10–15 km (release altitude dependent)
Accuracy: ≤ 7 meters CEP

NOTES:
IOC: ~1996
Operators: Russia, India, Algeria, Syria
Combat Use: Used by Russia in Syria against fortified targets; reportedly used by India in trials and certified for Su-30MKI
Interesting Fact: The KAB-1500Kr requires the launch aircraft to maintain line-of-sight during terminal guidance, limiting its use in poor weather or heavily defended airspace

SOURCES:
Ausairpower; GNPP Region / Tactical Missiles Corp.: ktrv.ru; Rosoboronexport KAB datasheet (archived); Janes Air-Launched Weapons (latest editions); SIPRI Arms Transfers Database; Airforce Technology; Indian Air Force Su-30MKI integration trials reports (open-source)