K-15 System: Soviet Supersonic All-Weather Interceptor Complex

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Focusing on the early Soviet military innovations, this research paper details the development of the K-15/M System, which marked the first integrated airborne interception complex. Designed to automate interceptions against strategic bombers threatening the Soviet Union, it utilized air-launched guided missiles equipped with both conventional and nuclear warheads. The paper is enriched with technical-historical data and graphics sourced from various design and manufacturing bureaus, as well as the Russian Ministry of Defense and international agencies.