Enterprises of the Rostec State Corporation have developed, established, and increased serial production of ten types of high-tech unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) designed to perform reconnaissance and strike missions in difficult conditions. These systems have already undergone field tests and are actively used in various operational scenarios.
Among the most notable developments are the "Kub" loitering munitions and the "Skat 350M" reconnaissance UAVs, created by the Kalashnikov concern. The devices have demonstrated high efficiency in detecting and tracking targets, including hidden or hard-to-reach ones. Information received from onboard sensors is integrated into unified targeting systems and can be transmitted to ground, air, or long-range weapons.
The range includes both compact solutions and large-sized platforms. For example, the BPLA400T mini-quadcopter is equipped with a thermal imaging camera and is capable of conducting reconnaissance at any time of the day. It is designed to search for, identify, and geolocate objects with high accuracy. Another representative, the "Granat-4" UAV, provides round-the-clock aerial surveillance and transmits coordinates with accuracy sufficient for high-precision targeting.
Special attention is paid to countering mini-UAVs: the Schwabe holding has developed specialized interceptor drones capable of effectively detecting and neutralizing threats from small-sized UAVs.
Constructively, Rostec's solutions range from classic aircraft-type designs to hybrid configurations with vertical take-off and landing capabilities. Additive technologies, proprietary composite materials, domestic controllers, and engines are widely used in production. Unique components are also being developed and manufactured: optical matrices, "friend-or-foe" identification systems, fiber-optic communication lines, and intelligent monitoring systems.
