LITENING Targeting Pod - General Characteristics

General Characteristics

Primary function: Navigation and infrared/electro-optical targeting
Prime Contractor: Rafael Corporation/Northrop Grumman
Length: 87 in (2.20 m)
Diameter: 16 in (0.406 m)
Weight: 440 lb (200 kg)
Aircraft: A-10, B-52H, F-14A/B/D, F-15E/D, AV-8B, F-18, F-16 Block 25/30/40/50, F-4E AUP, Su-30MKI, Tornado GR4,SEPECAT Jaguar of Indian airforce, Eurofighter Typhoon, SAAB Gripen
Sensors: Infrared detector, CCD-TV camera, laser rangefinder and laser designator
Date Deployed: February 2000
Unit Cost: $1.4 million

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