FT-1
Summary
| Category | Guided Bomb |
| Sub-type | Satellite/inertial bomb kit |
| Origin country | 🇨🇳 China |
| Manufacturer | China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology |
| Status | In service |
| Year of service | 2006 |
Technical specifications
| Guidance | Inertial navigation + GPS/BDS satellite guidance |
| Diameter | 380 mm (15.0 in) |
| Length | 3,580 mm (140.9 in) |
| Weight | 500 kg (1,102 lb) |
| Range | 18 km (11 mi) |
FT-1 scale diagram
Operators
Description
The FT-1 is a precision-guided munition belonging to the Fei Teng series. The system was first publicly revealed at the 2006 Zhuhai Airshow.
The weapon consists of a satellite and inertial navigation bomb kit featuring strap-on strakes. Its guidance package combines an inertial navigation system with satellite updates, compatible with the BeiDou, GPS, and GLONASS constellations. The FT-1 variant is configured with cruciform strakes. In terms of performance, the system is comparable to the GBU-32 JDAM.
The munition entered service in 2006. It is operated by the People's Liberation Army Air Force and the People's Liberation Army Navy Air Force.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of weapon is the FT-1?
The FT-1 is a guided bomb developed by China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology. It entered service in 2006.
How much does the FT-1 weigh?
The FT-1 weighs 500 kg (1,102 lb).
How is the FT-1 guided?
The FT-1 uses inertial navigation + GPS/BDS satellite guidance.
What is the range of the FT-1?
The FT-1 has a standoff range of approximately 18 km (11 miles), depending on release altitude and speed.
Which countries use the FT-1?
The FT-1 is in service with 4 countries: Bangladesh, China, Myanmar, and 1 other countries.
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Last updated on 30 March 2026.
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