Dec 2, 2025 11:15 AM
New Ukraine FPV drone uses an 18-inch airframe, carries heavier warheads, offers longer range with a larger battery, and fiber-optic control.
Ukraine’s drone makers are boosting frontline firepower with a new first-person view (FPV) drone designed for heavier payloads.
Developed by Ptashka Drones, the 18-inch (46-centimeter) platform is reportedly the first of its size to enter full mass production in Ukraine.
Test footage shows the drone carrying various munitions, proving it can handle real combat weight with ease.
Read the full story on NextGen Defense: Ukraine Rolls Out Upsized FPV Drone Built for Heavier, Harder-Hitting Warheads
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