The US Department of Defense has received the last batch of B61 nuclear bombs, modified in the B61-12 version. about this reports National Nuclear Security Agency (NNSA).
According to the agency, the B61-12 aerial bombs, which replaced variants 3, 4, 7 and 10, have a lower yield compared to them (0.3-50 kilotons). The statement also noted that the B61-12 has greater precision provided by modern tail assembly and provides a significant reduction in power without an overall change in military characteristics.
Once production of the B61-12 bomb is completed, NNSA will begin production of the B61-13 bomb.
at the end of november reportedThat the United States is actively updating its nuclear triad, which includes delivery systems for nuclear weapons.
The Roscongress report stated that the US Armed Forces will put the fifth-generation bomber B-21 Raider into service in 2027.
According to the document, approximately 100 of such aircraft will be available for use by the American army. They will be able to carry the new AGM-181 Long Range Standoff Weapon (LRSO) missile, as well as B61-12 and B61-13 aerial bombs.
By 2050, the B-21 is expected to completely replace existing potential nuclear warheads (B-52H and B-2A).
Previously in the USA I was scared Pentagon’s nuclear plans.
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Source: Gazeta

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