Solutions to win: Ukrainian guided bomb Vyrivniuvach uses 90% Ukrainian, European, and US parts, avoids critical foreign reliance
DG Industry created the aerial bomb with support from Brave1. Ukraine developed almost all key elements of the munition, from the wing to the flight controller software.
Only some chips and microcircuits remain foreign-made.
"Vyrivniuvach" uses modern guidance algorithms, but the developers have not disclosed their specifications. According to Brave1, the bomb's design differs from Russian and Western counterparts. While working on it, engineers took into account combat experience and feedback from Ukrainian soldiers.
Unlike the French AASM, the Ukrainian aerial bomb has no engine. Its flight range is on the order of tens of kilometers. At the same time, Ukraine is working on a future version with an engine that should increase the range for striking targets.
Developers initially created "Vyrivniuvach" for use with Ukrainian aircraft. The munition is now integrated with MiG-29, Su-24, and Su-27 fighters and bombers.
Technically, crews can also use it with F-16 and Mirage 2000 aircraft, but this requires additional certification.
Background
In 2024, reports said the Defense Forces would soon begin testing Ukrainian-made guided aerial bombs. At the time, officials also noted that the Ukrainian Air Force was using Western-made guided aerial bombs, including GBU-39 and GBU-62 bombs of various calibers.
In addition, in the summer of 2025, reports emerged that Ukraine's Defense Forces had used an unknown weapon with a powerful warhead in the Kherson region. Fedorov noted at the time that Brave1, the manufacturer and a combat unit had developed and tested the technology on the Kherson front.
An analysis of the video published by Mykhailo Fedorov indicates that the munition falls from a great height. Given the declared weight of more than 100 kilograms, it most likely refers to a guided aerial bomb or a missile.
As Rubryka wrote, in May 2026, it became known that a participant in the Brave1 defense hub had created the first Ukrainian guided aerial bomb. Work on the development lasted 17 months. The bomb is designed to strike fortifications, command posts and other enemy targets.
Among the key characteristics of the development are:
"Vyrivniuvach" also received modern guidance algorithms to improve target accuracy. Developers say the bomb can be used regardless of weather conditions or time of day, while preparation takes up to 30 minutes.
The cluster said the development has already passed the required tests. It is also known that Ukraine's Defense Ministry has already purchased the first experimental batch of these munitions. Pilots are now practicing combat scenarios to use the new weapon and adapt its use to real war conditions.
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