Ukrainian Shotgun-Equipped Drone Downs Russian UAVs and Targets Ground Soldier
A newly developed Ukrainian drone demonstrates its effectiveness by taking out three Russian drones and engaging a soldier in the Kharkiv region.
- Ukraine has deployed an innovative FPV drone equipped with a shotgun, marking a new approach in drone warfare.
- The drone successfully shot down three Russian Mavic drones, which are Chinese-made UAVs, in a single mission.
- In addition to aerial targets, the drone targeted a Russian soldier on the ground, firing twice before dropping a grenade.
- This appears to be the first documented instance of a firearm-armed FPV drone being used in combat by Ukraine.
- The development highlights Ukraine's continued advancements in drone technology, providing a cost-effective and versatile tool in the ongoing conflict.