The United States has strategically deployed its B-2 Nuclear Stealth Bomber to the secret military base on Diego Garcia Island in the Indian Ocean. This maneuver aims to safeguard Israel from potential Iranian attacks. Additionally, about 30% of the US Navy's warships are stationed in the Middle East for enhanced defense readiness.
Diego Garcia Island is located 5,842 kilometers from Israel and 4,842 kilometers from Iran. With a staggering range of approximately 11,000 kilometers, this bomber can cover these distances in four to five hours, making quick return missions feasible.
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The B-2 Nuclear Stealth Bomber is operated by two crew members—a pilot and a mission commander. This imposing aircraft boasts a length of 69 feet and a wingspan of 172 feet. With a height of 17 feet, it weighs 71,700 kilograms when empty, but upon arming, it can take off with a massive 170,000 kilograms of payload.
Maximum Speed of 1010 km/hr, Can Ascend to 50,000 Feet
The bomber's top speed reaches 1010 kilometers per hour, but it typically cruises at around 900 kilometers per hour. It's engineered to soar at altitudes of up to 50,000 feet. Let's delve into the armament capabilities of this sophisticated aircraft...
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Capacity to Carry 80 Small Bombs or 16 Nuclear Bombs
The bomber is equipped with two internal bays where bombs are housed. The door only opens moments before reaching the target area to release the munitions. It can accommodate approximately 80 MK-82 and GBU-38 bombs, each weighing 230 kilograms, within its bomb rack assembly.
Alternatively, it can be loaded with 36 CBU class bombs, each weighing around 340 kilograms. Its rotary launcher assembly can hold 16 bombs of 910 kilograms each, or 16 B61 or B83 nuclear bombs.
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Lethal Destruction with JASSM Missiles or MOP Bombs
The U.S. military equips this advanced bomber with AGM-154 Joint Standoff Weapons and AGM-158 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles. Additionally, it can carry two GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrator bombs, designed for large-scale destruction.
