Kh-47M2 Kinzhal vs Tomahawk Block V
Missiles ยท ๐ท๐บ Russia vs ๐บ๐ธ United States
An air-launched aeroballistic missile marketed as hypersonic; used repeatedly against Ukraine, where Patriot batteries have claimed multiple intercepts.
The definitive cruise missile with over 2300 combat launches since 1991, now updated to hit moving ships at sea.
Key differences
- Kh-47M2 Kinzhal is faster: 12,250 vs 880 km/h (+1292%).
- Kh-47M2 Kinzhal flies farther: 2,000 vs 1,600 km (+25%).
- Tomahawk Block V is cheaper: ~$2M vs ~$10M per unit.
- Kh-47M2 Kinzhal is the newer design (entered service 2017 vs 1983).
Specifications side by side
| Kh-47M2 Kinzhal | Tomahawk Block V | |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ท๐บ Russia | Country of origin | ๐บ๐ธ United States |
| 2017 | In service since | 1983 |
| 12,250 km/h | Top speed | 880 km/h |
| 2,000 km | Range | 1,600 km |
| 4.3 t | Weight | 1.44 t |
| 480 kg warhead, aeroballistic, MiG-31K/Tu-22M3 carrier | Armament | 450 kg warhead, terrain-following, maritime strike (Va) |
| ~$10M | Unit cost | ~$2M |
Tables compare stated specifications; real combat outcomes depend on crew training, situation, support and rules of engagement โ not stats alone.