General Information about the F-5000
The F-5000E is a loitering munition developed by Azerbaijani defense technology company DEFTECH. Designed for precision strikes, it can be deployed from both ground-based launchers and aerial platforms like the DT-001 and DT-101 UAVs.
Key Specifications:
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Maximum Takeoff Weight: 16 kg
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Launcher Weight: 10 kg
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Dimensions: 2 m fuselage length; 2.2 m wingspan
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Warhead Options: 5 kg anti-personnel (with proximity fuse), armor-piercing, or thermobaric
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Propulsion: Brushless electric motor
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Cruise Altitude: 300–3,000 m
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Cruise Speed: 120–130 km/h; up to 250 km/h in dive-attack mode
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Endurance: 20–40 minutes
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Operational Range: Up to 40 km (air-launched); 10–15 km (ground-launched)
The F-5000E is equipped with an optronic system featuring day and night cameras, and an AI-based targeting system for autonomous target identification. Its design includes tandem wings and vertical stabilizers for enhanced stability and maneuverability. The munition is capable of operating in environments with limited GNSS availability and strong electronic countermeasures.