Retired navy captain and military analyst Vasily Dandykin believes the deployment of the new «KUB-10ME» tactical guided munition to Russian units will inevitably affect the course of fighting in the special operation zone.

He pointed out that a range of 100 kilometers is, in his words, far beyond what can be considered a close or even medium rear, meaning the munition can hit targets deep behind enemy lines — both equipment and other assets. Dandykin argued that a weapon with such reach is bound to influence the dynamics on the battlefield, adding that, in this context, «the longer the arm, the better», as quoted by the outlet Lenta.ru.

Earlier, the Kalashnikov concern announced that, drawing on experience from the special military operation, it had developed the «KUB-10ME» described as Russia’s first tactical guided munition with a flight range of more than 100 kilometers. According to the company, the system is highly resistant to electronic warfare measures and enemy air defenses.

The munition is intended primarily for precision strikes against lightly armored vehicles, rear-area infrastructure targets and launch sites used by drone systems. The stated operating altitude ranges from 80 to 1,800 meters, with a cruising speed of up to 120 km/h.