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Ukraine’s ‘Equalizer’ bomb aims to blow up reliance on US, European weapons

Ukraine has started procuring the Vyrivnyuvach guided bomb, also known as the Equalizer or Leveler, following successful trials. The weapon is a homegrown glide bomb designed to reduce Ukraine's dependence on military supplies from the United States and Europe. It is compatible with Su-24, Su-27, and MiG-29 fighter jets. The bomb is constructed using 90% domestic and Western components.

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  • ✓ The Vyrivnyuvach guided bomb is composed of 90% Ukrainian and Western parts.
  • ✓ Ukraine has started procuring the Equalizer guided bomb after successful trials.
  • ✓ The Vyrivnyuvach glide bomb can be deployed from Su-24, Su-27, and MiG-29 fighter jets.
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What changed

Ukraine has moved from successful trials to the procurement phase for the Vyrivnyuvach bomb.

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  1. Ukraine Begins Procurement of Vyrivnyuvach Guided Glide Bomb

    Ukraine has started procuring the Vyrivnyuvach guided bomb, also known as the Equalizer or Leveler, following successful trials. The weapon is a homegrown glide bomb designed to reduce Ukraine's dependence on military supplies from the United States and Europe. It is compatible with Su-24, Su-27, and MiG-29 fighter jets. The bomb is constructed using 90% domestic and Western components.

    Why it matters

    Developing indigenous precision munitions allows Ukraine to maintain strike capabilities without relying on foreign delivery schedules. These glide bombs extend the reach of existing Soviet-era aircraft.

    What is confirmed

    • The Vyrivnyuvach guided bomb is composed of 90% Ukrainian and Western parts.
    • Ukraine has started procuring the Equalizer guided bomb after successful trials.
    • The Vyrivnyuvach glide bomb can be deployed from Su-24, Su-27, and MiG-29 fighter jets.

    What to watch next

    • Deployment of the bombs in active combat operations
    • Official production volume targets for the Vyrivnyuvach program
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. Fox News — Ukraine’s ‘Equalizer’ bomb aims to blow up reliance on US, European weapons
    2. TWZ — New Details Emerge About Ukraine’s Homegrown “Equalizer” Glide Bomb
    3. UNITED24 Media — Ukraine's New Vyrivnyuvach Guided Bomb Is Built With 90% Domestic and Western Parts
    4. Межа. Новини України. — Ukraine Begins Procuring Equalizer Guided Bomb After Successful Trials
    5. Defense Express — New Details Emerge About Ukraine's Vyrivnyuvach Glide Bomb, Which Can Be Dropped From MiG-29, Su-24, Su-27 Fighter Jets
    6. Militarnyi — Vyrivniuvach Bomb Consists of 90% Ukrainian and Western Components
    7. ua.news — Ukraine is already procuring the KAB Leveler for the Armed Forces of Ukraine
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