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Defence Ministry codifies Ukrainian "Bebradron" UAV: range of up to 45 km. PHOTOS

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BlueBird Tech has received codification from Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence for the Ukrainian "Bebradron" UAV.

The company announced this, Censor.NET reports.

Drone for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

"The drone can now officially be supplied to Ukraine’s Defence Forces. The state will purchase it using budget funds," the company said.

Bebradrone – what is known about the Ukrainian drone
Photo: Bebradron / BLUEBIRD TECH

More about the drone

  • "Bebradron" is a tactical fixed-wing UAV. It was developed in Ukraine to carry out missions at medium distances.
  • The UAV has a tactical radius of up to 45 km, can fly for 30 minutes or more, reaches a speed of 150 km/h and can carry a payload of up to 7.5 kg.

The attack drone is launched from a compact pneumatic catapult manufactured by BlueBird Tech. It is controlled by an operator and transmits video and telemetry in real time.

Bebradrone – what is known about the Ukrainian drone
Photo: Bebradron / BLUEBIRD TECH

Previously, BlueBird Tech upgraded the "Bebradron" unmanned aircraft system. Key updates included a rotating mechanism for the mast and the implementation of a wired connection for the ground control station. The company also unveiled a new version of the "Bebradron" fixed-wing UAV called "Bebradron-M".