Dan-T

Dan-T is a Russian jet-powered standoff strike weapon marketed by Rostec, described as an export Banderol by Janes but treated separately in ISW's assessment.

Overview

Dan-T's identity remains disputed. Janes assessed that the weapon displayed in Egypt in September 2026 appeared to be an export version of S8000 Banderol. The War Zone likewise described Dan-T as an export designation. By contrast, ISW lists Dan-T separately, while Ukrainian reporting identifies different corporate associations and conflicting development histories.

Rostec markets Dan-T as an air-launched loitering munition, with specifications supplied by Rosoboronexport. Its published specifications give a maximum range of 450 km, maximum speed of 500 km/h, maximum takeoff weight of 268 kg and maximum warhead weight of 130 kg, according to Janes. These are advertised figures rather than independently established operational performance.

Its relevance lies in Russia's expanding use of relatively inexpensive jet-powered strike weapons alongside larger cruise missiles and attack drones, as examined by ISW. Ukrainian Air Force reporting frequently combines Banderol and Dan-T, preventing a reliable Dan-T-specific assessment of launch volume or effectiveness. This entry therefore treats Dan-T as a separately reported system without assuming that its design, production or combat record is independent of Banderol.

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