One of the armed forces of the Ukraine Mi-8 From a close distance of his helicopter, he shot a Russian Geran-2 drone during an air estimation on the eastern front.
The incident highlights the growing role of tactical aircraft in the protection of Kamikazeze, launched by Russia, and presents the technological development of Shahed-136 drones of Iranian origin.
Geran-2 is a Russian-made version of the Shahed-136, known for its cheapness and light serial production. Ukrainian intelligence estimates that Moscow wants to produce up to 40,000 Geran-2 and an additional 24,000 fraudulent boxes by the end of 2025.
These ammunition are widely used in saturation attacks aimed at overloading Ukrainian air defense systems.
The latest versions contain new optical control systems that allow remote control through mobile phone-skim cards and plans to switch to Russian satellite internet connection. This development allows the drones to operate in the network and replace data with other unmanned devices, such as the Gerbera system, which significantly increases their tactical capacity and coordination.
Geran-2 is launched with a catapult with about 200 kg, a solid-powered acceleration rocket helps to start and is driven by a 50-horsepower piston engine.
The drone can carry an explosive head of up to 90 kg that can destroy command points, radar, fuel warehouses, bridges and reinforced positions. The maximum range is estimated at 2,000 km, the travel speed is ~ 180 km/h, the operational ceiling is 4,000 m and the independent operating time can be up to 12 hours.
The Geran-2 unit ranges from $ 20,000 to $ 50,000, which is a high operational and psychological effect compared to its low production costs. According to experts, mass use of such drones is an increasing challenge for Ukrainian air defense and demands adaptive countermeasures, such as helicopters and automatic weapons, to reduce short -term threats.
Source and pictures: Army Recognition, Kyiv Independent, Defense Mirror | Instagram @drone_wars_. This content was made with the help of what and the editorial team revised.
