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Russian miniature reconnaissance UAV resembling a scaled-down fighter, for recon and special-forces units, notable for an onboard radar in a compact form factor. MoD trials began ~2017; complex includes up to 5 air vehicles.

CountryRussia
SubtypeMini reconnaissance UAV with onboard radar
RoleReconnaissance
Russian-madetrue
ClassificationMini / tactical reconnaissance UAV
Missionreconnaissance, surveillance, radar reconnaissance
OperatorsRussia (MoD trials)
Frame typeFixed-wing
PropulsionPiston engine
Combat-provenNo
Standard sensorsonboard radar, electro-optical sensors
Production statusTesting / development
Airframe / lift typeFixed-wing
DomainAerial (UAV/UAS)
Mission / use case – militaryISR
Origin / supply chainMilitary-grade
PropulsionICE – petrol
Threat vectorSurveillance / reconnaissance
Weight / classClass I – Mini (2–20 kg)
Review-stage catalogue data — specs corroborated from manufacturer and secondary sources; not for procurement decisions.