Miniature Ground Launched Decoy (MGLD) is a low cost, expendable, autonomous, high performance aerial vehicle for operational utilisation as a decoy. The MGLD is powered by a turbojet engine apart from booster rocket for ground launch. It is capable of executing flight profile that mimic fighter aircraft transit speeds and radar network, freeing up fighter aircraft used as decoys, effectively misleading enemy air defence to reduce risk to the strike package. It is equipped with both active and passive RCS augmentation systems to attract and deceive enemy radars and firing units.
MGLD Launcher Truck
MGLD Launch and Storage Canister
MGLD Launcher Truck
MGLD Launch and Storage Canister
MGLD Launch and Storage Canister
Parameters & Specifications
Length: 4000 mm
Wing Span: 2 m
AUW: 300 Kg (without booster)
Max Speed: 1000 Km/h
Service Ceiling: 10 Km
Max Range: > 300 Km
Endurance: 1.2 hrs
On-board Power Generation: 2 KW
Power Plant: 1500 N, turbojet
Additional Capability: Capable of performing fighter manoeuvres including formation flying