Izhevsk Electromechanical Plant "Kupol" (IEMZ "Kupol", a subsidiary of "Almaz-Antey") has launched the production of "Harpy-3" UAVs in China, Reuters reports, citing two sources from a European intelligence agency.
According to the news agency, IEMZ "Kupol" developed and conducted flight tests of the "Harpy-3" (G3) drone in China. The company reported that it is capable of producing these UAVs in large volumes.
Reuters reached out to the Chinese Foreign Ministry for comment. The department said that they are not aware of such a project. The agency's source noted that Beijing strictly controls the export of UAVs to other countries.
The White House National Security Council is deeply concerned about information regarding the possible production of UAVs in China. This means that China is providing direct assistance to Russia, which is under Western sanctions.
Features of the "Harpy-3" UAV:
- Flight range - 2000 km
- Payload - 50 kg
Other technical characteristics of the drone are unknown.
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