IAF Successfully Tests Indigenous Long-Range Glide Bomb Khagantak-243

On 2nd September 2026, the Indian Air Force successfully conducted a drop trial of the indigenously designed and developed Long-Range Glide Bomb (LRGB), Khagantak-243.

What is Khagantak-243?

  • Khagantak-243: It is an indigenously designed and developed Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB).
  • Type: It is an air-to-ground precision weapon designed for long-range strikes.
  • Capability: It enables combat aircraft to engage targets from stand-off distances.
  • Developer Base: Its successful trial strengthens India’s indigenous defence-industrial capabilities.

How Does a Long-Range Glide Bomb Work?

A glide bomb uses aerodynamic lift to travel towards a target after being released from an aircraft.

  • Stand-off Strike: Aircraft can engage targets without flying ....
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