JDAM
The Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) is a GPS/INS guidance kit that converts unguided gravity bombs into precision-guided munitions. Produced by Boeing, JDAM kits can be fitted to Mk 82 (500 lb), Mk 83 (1000 lb), and Mk 84 (2000 lb) bomb bodies. Israel has extensively used JDAMs in its operations in Gaza and Lebanon. Also known as Joint Direct Attack Munition, GBU-31, GBU-32, GBU-38.
GBU-31/32/38
Category
Guided Bomb
Range
28km
Status
Active
Origin
US
Operators
United StatesIsrael
Designation: GBU-31/32/38
Overview
The Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) is a GPS/INS guidance kit that converts unguided gravity bombs into precision-guided munitions. Produced by Boeing, JDAM kits can be fitted to Mk 82 (500 lb), Mk 83 (1000 lb), and Mk 84 (2000 lb) bomb bodies. Israel has extensively used JDAMs in its operations in Gaza and Lebanon.
Technical specification
Range
28 km
Warhead
430 kg
Length
3.89 m
Weight
925 kg
Speed
Subsonic (gravity-assisted)
CEP
5 m
Propulsion
solid fuel
Guidance
inertial, gps
Country of origin
US
Year introduced
1998
Status
In service