USAF Seeks SA-6 and SA-19 Replicas

Recently, the USAF unveiled a project under which a contractor will create replicas of 3 former Soviet-era mobile air defense systems: the Kub (SA-6) and Tunguska (SA-19) missiles; and the Shilka SP-AAG. All of the targets are to be radar-reflective, have a suitable thermal signature and be built using a framework of welded tubular galvanized steel with a galvanized sheet-metal exterior. The multispectral replicas are all to have unique shades: the Kub target will be a solid olive drab green; the Tunguska vehicle will be a light desert tone brown; and the Shilka will be a solid desert tone brown. The selected contractor will provide tie-down straps and ground anchors, allowing the targets to cope with winds of up to 60 mph and snow loads of up to 18 inches.