On April 24, the Kalashnikov Concern introduced a cutting-edge UAV to the Russian Ministry of Defense.
This plan includes boosting the demand for Russian unmanned aircraft systems.
Last December, during a Defense Ministry meeting, President Vladimir Putin emphasized the need to increase the number of drones.
Additionally, Russia is working on training an additional 1,700 operators to handle various other types of unmanned aerial vehicles [UAVs].
The impressive number of 3,500 FPV drone operators showcases Moscow’s robust strategic effort to enhance this aspect of its military capabilities.
The High-Precision Complexes holding has unveiled the Depesha and Buggy, multi-purpose robotic complexes engineered to obliterate enemy personnel, equipment, and fortifications, dubbed “dragon’s teeth.” This advancement aims to aid the passage of armored vehicles and was detailed in a recent press release by Rostec, the Russian state arms holding company.
Photo credit: Izvestia
“A crucial factor for these robotic machines, beyond their compact and agile design, is their load capacity. Depesha can handle up to 150 kg, while Buggy carries up to 250 kg,” stated the corporation. Both units are designed to swiftly deliver provisions, ammunition, and fuel to the frontline, and can also evacuate wounded soldiers. In addition, these robots are capable of performing terrain mining operations.
According to Izvestia, a Russian resource, Depesha is built on a tracked platform with controls managed through a joystick and FPV helmet. The Buggy, on the other hand, operates on a wheeled platform, with a joystick and tablet for control. These ground robots are presently undergoing extensive testing, including trials in the Special Military Operations [SVO] zone, Rostec reports.
On April 24, the Kalashnikov Concern introduced a cutting-edge UAV to the Russian Ministry of Defense. This unveiling featured the Karakurt and SKAT 350M unmanned aerial vehicles, along with the Kvazimachta equipment lifting system.
The Karakurt, a reconnaissance microcopter, excels in providing real-time aerial imaging reconnaissance. This drone boasts agility for launch in confined spaces, thanks to its compact transporter-launcher container.
The SKAT 350M, designed for round-the-clock air reconnaissance in both optical and infrared ranges, has proven its mettle in combat situations within the SMO zone.
The Kvazimachta lifting system facilitates high-speed communication with the ground data station [GDS] through a power supply cable. Notably, it can operate in radio silence mode for at least 24 hours. Additionally, the GDS and the operator can be situated up to 500 meters from the UAV’s hovering position.
Photo credit: Rostec
Experts have highlighted the critical performance aspects of these drones, noting that these devices are crafted with the leading trends of the Russian defense sector in mind. They provide practical solutions for mission mobility, including operations in Ukraine.
In June 2023, the government set in motion the Strategy for the Development of Unmanned Aviation, aiming for completion by 2030. This plan includes boosting the demand for Russian unmanned aircraft systems. Last December, during a Defense Ministry meeting, President Vladimir Putin emphasized the need to increase the number of drones.
Earlier this year, BulgarianMilitary.com revealed that Russia’s Ministry of Defense had successfully trained a formidable 3,500 FPV drone operators, a claim that was later corroborated by Russian state media in their 2023 updates. Additionally, Russia is working on training an additional 1,700 operators to handle various other types of unmanned aerial vehicles [UAVs].
Significantly, this initiative is supported by over 800 educational institutions dedicated to this effort. Moreover, more than 1,500 new training positions have been established to accommodate this expansion.
The impressive number of 3,500 FPV drone operators showcases Moscow’s robust strategic effort to enhance this aspect of its military capabilities. It clearly indicates a strong correlation between the number of trained personnel and the expected deployment of FPV drones.
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