GBU-8 (2,000 lb)

Description

The 2,000 lb GBU-8 is an American TV-guided gliding bomb. It was introduced in Update "Winged Lions".

Vehicles equipped with this weapon

General info

The GBU-8 uses a contrast-seeker, which could track only high-contrast targets. This can make it difficult to get a reliable lock.

Effective damage

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Comparison with analogues

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Usage in battles

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Pros and cons

Pros:

• Fire-and-forget
• Gliding fins extend the range
• Large explosive filler

Cons:

• Can't always get a target lock

History

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Media

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See also

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External links

• [Directory of U.S. Military Rockets and Missiles] Rockwell HOBOS (Homing Bomb System) (GBU-8/B, GBU-9/B)