Raytheon SDB II for F-15E and F-35 Nears Low-rate Production
Advantages of the small-diameter bomb include its ability to attack moving targets and its enhanced performance in adverse weather.
Four GBU-53/B SDB IIs can be fitted into each internal bay of the F-35 alongside an Amraam.
Four GBU-53/B SDB IIs can be fitted into each internal bay of the F-35 alongside an Amraam.

Raytheon is in the final stages of preparing the GBU-53/B Small Diameter Bomb II for a system verification review to be undertaken within the coming weeks in advance of the U.S. government’s Milestone C review. If the review is passed successfully, a decision to enter the low-rate initial production (LRIP) phase is expected.

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