CBU-103 WCMD
Summary
| Category | Cluster Munition |
| Sub-type | Cluster Bomb |
| Origin country | 🇺🇸 United States |
| Manufacturer | Aerojet General |
| Status | In service |
| Year of service | 1990 |
| Est. avg unit price | $0.0 million |
Technical specifications
| Warhead | 202 BLU-97/B submunitions |
| Guidance | GPS/INS |
| Diameter | 410 mm (16.1 in) |
| Length | 2,310 mm (90.9 in) |
| Weight | 475 kg (1,047 lb) |
CBU-103 WCMD scale diagram
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Description
The CBU-103 entered service in the late 1990s. The system consists of a CBU-87 Combined Effects Munition integrated with a Wind Corrected Munitions Dispenser (WCMD) tail kit.
The munition utilizes GPS/INS guidance to compensate for wind drift during descent from the delivery aircraft. The payload consists of 202 BLU-97/B submunitions. These submunitions provide a combination of effects, including a shaped charge for armor penetration, a fragmentation sleeve for anti-personnel and anti-materiel utility, and an incendiary component.
The United States operates the CBU-103, which remains in active service. The weapon was used in combat during operations in Kosovo and Iraq.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of weapon is the CBU-103 WCMD?
The CBU-103 WCMD is a cluster munition developed by Aerojet General. It entered service in 1990.
How much does the CBU-103 WCMD weigh?
The CBU-103 WCMD weighs 475 kg (1,047 lb).
How is the CBU-103 WCMD guided?
The CBU-103 WCMD uses GPS/INS guidance.
Which countries use the CBU-103 WCMD?
The CBU-103 WCMD is in service with 1 country: United States.
How much does a CBU-103 WCMD cost?
The CBU-103 WCMD has an estimated unit cost of approximately $25,000. Actual prices vary by variant and quantity ordered.
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Last updated on 4 April 2026.
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