Ukrainian drone manufacturers are noted for their impressive development in the field of military equipment, in particular drones. Most of them took a decisive step in the development and certification of their products already during the period of active hostilities in the east of Ukraine in 2014-2015. The article presents the 10 best Ukrainian military drones developed by such well-known brands as “Athlon-Avia”, Skyeton, DeViRo, “Ukrspetssistemz” and UA Dynamics.
Furia (BpAK A1-SM “Furia”)
Reconnaissance and artillery drone from Athlon Avia. Flight range – 200 km, duration – up to 3 hours, speed – 130 km/h.
Stork-100
A drone with a speed of up to 120 km/h and the ability to adjust fire at a distance of up to 50 km.
PD-2
Multifunctional UAV for reconnaissance and combat use. Flight duration – up to 12 hours, communication – up to 220 km.
Valkyrie (ASU-1)
Dual-functional UAV for reconnaissance and adjusting artillery fire. The maximum height is 2000 m.
Punisher
A light shock-reconnaissance complex for the Special Forces of the Armed Forces. Maximum speed – 198 km/h, range – 45 km.
Elf
A drone virtually invisible to EW and anti-drone guns. Can fly to a depth of 70 km, costs from 40,000 euros.
Bat
A hexacopter capable of carrying ammunition weighing up to 20 kg. Speed – 120 km/h, works at night.
Vampire
Ammunition drop hexacopter. Maximum height – 400 m, speed – up to 80 km/h.
Beaver
Drone for hitting targets at a distance of more than 1000 km. Speed – 150-200 km/h, weight – 150 kg.
Shark
Reconnaissance UAV with a complex worth UAH 13 million. Range – 80 km, altitude – 3000 m, maximum speed – 130 km/h.
These technological marvels are designed to solve various military tasks, providing the Ukrainian Armed Forces with a powerful and effective military resource. Their high-tech characteristics and innovative approach testify to the high level of engineering art of Ukraine in the field of military equipment.