#Military Technology

The GUR of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense revealed the composition of the RM-48U missile — a ballistic 'Frankenstein' based on S-400 air-defense missiles with a range of up to 400 km. Of 117 electronic components, 95 were made in the United States.

In an interview with RBC-Ukraine, the developer reported that the 'Bars' jet drone can now carry up to 60 kg of warhead with a range of about 1,000 km and a speed of over 700 km/h; localization exceeds 74%, and a Ukrainian engine has passed final tests.

The head of the Innovation Center of the 7th DSHV Corps, Major Ihor Bohdan, revealed the model of technological warfare: five principles, the StabX, Dron Cell, LTE "Yadro" projects and the ground robot "Kvadro" — all for one purpose: to take the human out of the risk zone.

The US Army has completed tests of tethered drones on ISV-U infantry vehicles: a power cable provides up to 50 hours of flight and protection against EW. The MBL data will form the basis for a procurement decision.

Russia has established mass production of jet engines for drones through 3D printing of turbines, cutting the unit cost to $50,000–70,000. Ukraine has introduced a two-tier air alert system.

The Ukrainian Armed Forces have publicly shown the Rapid Ranger air defense system on the chassis of the Spanish URO VAMTAC off-road vehicle for the first time. The system weighs 500 kg and is equipped with LMM Martlet missiles featuring laser guidance.

A Financial Times investigation based on a leak of Russian correspondence has revealed the secret C430L program, under which Rosoboronexport and NPO Mashinostroyeniya have been helping Iran since 2023 to develop supersonic cruise missiles based on a ramjet engine for strikes on the U.S. fleet in the Persian Gulf.

Stellarion's Deadliner Q15-30 fiber-optic FPV drone has been codified by Ukraine's Ministry of Defense. The model with a range of up to 30 km will become available for order by the Defense Forces through Brave1 Market and DOT-Chain within the coming weeks.

BlueBird Tech has unveiled the «Bebradron KIT» — a modular fixed-wing UAV platform with a tactical range of up to 45 km and a payload of up to 7.5 kg, in which the customer independently determines the configuration of the onboard equipment.

In Ukraine, the 783rd GOST Brigade presented a remotely controlled Ford dump truck that has completed the full cycle of testing. The vehicle transports cargo without a driver present in the cab, reducing risks to personnel.

Saab presented the A3 drone concept as part of the ACP program — a component of the Swedish KFS project. The company confirmed plans for unmanned testing by 2030, but there is no series production contract yet.

RBC-Ukraine has compiled a top five of key domestic defense-industrial complex developments: FPV drones, the 'Neptune' missile and other systems that have changed the balance of power and reached industrial scale.

Marine drones in Ukraine are ceasing to be merely strike weapons: according to an expert, they are transforming into functional platforms for reconnaissance, logistics, and robotic naval landings.

Ukrainian maritime unmanned boats are ceasing to be just strike raiders: they are turning into multi-functional platforms — carriers of FPV drones, scouts, and communication means, changing the balance of power in the Black Sea.

Russia is deploying the low-orbit satellite communication system «Rassvet» as a response to Starlink. An investigation by the Center for Defense Reform revealed its military application, delays in the schedule, and dependence on foreign components.

Military journalist Yulia Kyryenko-Merynova warned that replacing armored vehicles with UGCs puts the lives of the wounded at risk. She stated that contracts for armor have been suspended, and there are not enough robots for safe evacuation.

🚀 Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has codified the new strategic UAV «Dovbush T40» — it can reach Siberia! Wingspan of nearly 5 meters, more than 24 hours in the air. This is a step towards asymmetric pressure on Russia. #Ukraine #UAV #DovbushT40

🚀 Russia is increasingly using jet drones that resemble cruise missiles in speed and design. This creates serious problems for Ukraine's air defense: traditional interception means are becoming less effective, and using expensive missiles against cheap drones is economically unviable. Ukraine is developing new interceptor drones, including the TAF Kolibri-10, to counter this threat. #Ukraine #AirDefense #Drones #War