The Granat-3 is a Russian multipurpose tactical UAV by Izhmash - Unmanned Systems for reconnaissance, observation, patrol and target designation. It is a fixed-wing platform with ~2 m wingspan, ~2 h endurance, 120 km/h max speed and a 4,000 m ceiling, carrying ~1 kg payload.
| Country | Russia |
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| Subcategory | Fixed-wing |
| Subtype | Multipurpose tactical reconnaissance UAV |
| Role | Tactical ISR / target designation |
| Russian-made | true |
| Class | Class I |
| Classification | Tactical (Class I) |
| Mission | Reconnaissance, Observation, Patrol, Target designation |
| Variants | Granat-1; Granat-2; Granat-4 |
| Operators | Russian Ground Forces |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Length (m) | 1.2 |
| Propulsion | Electric (propeller) |
| Wingspan (m) | 2 |
| Combat-proven | Yes |
| Launch method | Catapult / launch unit |
| Autonomy level | Autonomous waypoint navigation |
| Endurance (min) | 120 |
| Recovery method | Parachute |
| Max payload (kg) | 1 |
| Max speed (km/h) | 120 |
| Standard sensors | Photo camera, Video camera, Thermal imager |
| Production status | In service |
| Service ceiling (m) | 4000 |
| Conflicts deployed in | Russo-Ukrainian War |
| Airframe / lift type | Fixed-wing |
| Control / autonomy level | Waypoint / GPS-guided |
| Domain | Aerial (UAV/UAS) |
| Mission / use case – military | ISR, Target acquisition |
| Origin / supply chain | Military-grade |
| Propulsion | Electric (LiPo / Li-ion) |
| Range / endurance | Close range (5–50 km, 1–6 hrs) |
| Signature / detectability | GNSS-dependent |
| Speed regime | Medium (50–150 km/h) |
| Threat vector | Surveillance / reconnaissance |
| Weight / class | Class II – Tactical (150–600 kg) |