Mirach 40
Product descripton: Mirach 40 by Leonardo S.p.A.
Mirach 40 is a multi-role, multi-threat Aerial Target Drone designed and manufactured by Leonardo to qualify a wide variety of Weapon Systems.
It is designed for flexibility, unrivalled reliability, and cost-effectiveness, being reusable if not shot down.
Realistic aerial threat simulation is critical for the qualification of Weapon Systems and training.
Mirach 40 provides high performances with reduced operative costs.
The system is designed to combine:
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Operational flexibility (rapid adaptation to mission planning changes)
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High mission reliability
These capabilities leverage the Mirach family heritage and expertise.
A number of dedicated mission payloads can be installed on Mirach 40 based on mission scenario requirements.
The system can perform sea skimming, formation flights, 3D maneuvers, and simulate a wide set of aerial threats.
Technical specifications
Launch System
Mirach 40 is launched using a dedicated pneumatic catapult.
This solution provides benefits in terms of:
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Reliability (lower overall system complexity)
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Safety
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Environmental quality
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Logistics (no pyrotechnic boosters required)
Control & Operations
The system is controlled by the Mirach Ground Control Station.
At a tactical level, the system allows:
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Mission planning and re-tasking
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Rehearsal and playback options to assist operator training
The system features a full pre-flight test procedure, which:
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Increases mission reliability
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Reduces operator involvement
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Improves safety
Services & Support
Customers can benefit from:
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Mirach System functionality
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A range of services specifically tailored to customer needs
Available services range from:
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Equipment maintenance
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Turnkey Mirach System Mission Management through dedicated Leonardo personnel
Turnkey services are designed and implemented to guarantee maximum mission effectiveness, allowing customers to focus on Weapon System set-up.
Key Features
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Low overall life-cycle costs
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Pneumatic catapult
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ITAR free
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Simulates multiple threats in terms of kinematics and signatures
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Efficient system restoration and recovery readiness for next launch:
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Ground: < 1 hour
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Sea: < 3 hours (from target recovery)
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Customized turnkey configurations
Mirach 40 — Technical Specifications
Dimensions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 2520 mm (99.21 in) |
| Wingspan | 1580 mm (62.20 in) |
| Height | 500 mm (19.69 in) |
| Fuselage Diameter | 220 mm (8.66 in) |
| Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) | 70 kg (154.3 lb) |
Performance (ISA Conditions)
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Speed | Up to 200 m/s (720 km/h) |
| Operating Ceiling | 10,000 m (32,808 ft) |
| Minimum Altitude (Sea State 0) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Minimum Altitude (Sea State 3) | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Endurance | 60 minutes |
| Load Factor | 6 G |
| Maximum Payload | 20 kg (44 lb) |
| Link Range | 100 km LOS (54 NM) |
Payload Configurations
| Category | Payloads |
|---|---|
| RCS Augmentation | Luneburg lens, X-band radar active amplifier |
| IR Augmentation | IR tracking flares, hot nose |
| Visual Augmentation | Smoking cartridges |
| Scoring Systems | Radar MDI (Miss Distance Indicator), Acoustic MDI |
| Radar Threat Simulation | RF seeker simulator |
| Additional & Auxiliary | Radar transponder (GFE), radar altimeter (sea skimming), navigation light |