The Defense Forces of Ukraine in the area of the city of Kupyansk managed to shoot down a drone that Russia bought from
What is known
Judging by the wreckage, the Armed Forces of Ukrainedestroyed the Shahed-136 drone. This is loitering ammunition that supports the work in a swarm of drones. The Iranian army does not disclose the technical characteristics of the aircraft.
Spotted Iran striker UAVs in Kupyansk region. Presumably used by Russian forces. pic.twitter.com/xBVtuifvVS
— Maxim (@kms_d4k) September 13, 2022
Shahed-136 is equipped with a delta wing withend stabilizers. The warhead is installed in front of the kamikaze drone. The optical guidance system is also located there. The propeller and engine are located in the rear and provide loitering ammunition with a range of 2000 km.
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