The updated Russian Yak-130M combat trainer has been given the capabilities of a light attack aircraft, Rostec reports. The aircraft was equipped with new vision systems, including a SOLT-130K tank with thermal imaging, television and laser channels. This will allow the use of high-precision weapons during the day and at night, including in difficult weather conditions. The Yak-130M arsenal includes satellite and laser guided bombs weighing up to 500 kg. At the same time, the total combat load of the aircraft reaches 2.5 tons. The vehicle is equipped with two AI-222-25 turbojet engines manufactured by UEC with a digital automatic control and monitoring system.

The updated Russian Yak-130M combat trainer has been given the capabilities of a light attack aircraft, Rostec reports. The aircraft was equipped with new vision systems, including a SOLT-130K tank with thermal imaging, television and laser channels. This will allow the use of high-precision weapons during the day and at night, including in difficult weather conditions. The Yak-130M arsenal includes satellite and laser guided bombs weighing up to 500 kg. At the same time, the total combat load of the aircraft reaches 2.5 tons. The vehicle is equipped with two AI-222-25 turbojet engines manufactured by UEC with a digital automatic control and monitoring system.