Russian military personnel will begin using the "Slon" cargo quadcopter to send supplies to hard-to-reach areas by the end of 2025. This was announced by an official representative of the "Groza" Group of Companies.
The "Slon" has already been tested at a training ground and in combat conditions. The heavy-lift drone received a positive assessment from the Main Directorate of Innovative Development of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation (GUIR MO RF), as well as a recommendation for supply to the troops.
A representative of "Groza" added that in the future, the developers will expand the functionality of the quadcopter.
We are working on special versions of the "Slon" for transporting special equipment, electronic warfare equipment, performing combat missions for mining, and bombing. This is a multifunctional platform.
Characteristics of the "Slon" drone:
- Maximum payload — 120 kg
- Normal working weight — 80 kg
- Flight range — up to 15 km (with a weight of up to 80 kg)
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