Russian multipurpose strike UAV by OKB Simonov, derived from the Soviet Tu-143 'Reys' drone. Cruise-missile-shaped for high maneuverability and high-g tolerance. Powered by a small (partly 3D-printed) gas-turbine. First flew late 2014.
| Country | Russia |
|---|---|
| Subtype | Medium-range strike/multipurpose UAV |
| Role | Strike / reconnaissance |
| Russian-made | true |
| Class | Medium |
| Classification | Medium-range UAV (UCAV concept) |
| Mission | Strike, Reconnaissance |
| MTOW (kg) | 1080 |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Length (m) | 7.5 |
| Propulsion | Small gas-turbine (turbojet), partly 3D-printed |
| Range (km) | 750 |
| Wingspan (m) | 2 |
| Combat-proven | No |
| Launch method | Rocket-assisted launch (Tu-143 heritage) |
| Autonomy level | Pre-programmed / remotely controlled |
| Recovery method | Parachute |
| Year introduced | 2014 |
| Max speed (km/h) | 820 |
| Production status | Development / prototype |
| Service ceiling (m) | 9100 |
| Airframe / lift type | Fixed-wing |
| Control / autonomy level | RC line-of-sight – VLOS, Waypoint / GPS-guided |
| Domain | Aerial (UAV/UAS) |
| Mission / use case – military | Armed UCAV, ISR |
| Origin / supply chain | Military-grade |
| Propulsion | Turbine / jet |
| Range / endurance | Long range (>650 km) |
| Signature / detectability | RCS – large, RF-silent – pre-programmed |
| Speed regime | High-speed / jet (>400 km/h) |
| Strike depth / operational role | Recon-strike complex (ISR + strike paired, e.g. Mavic + FPV, Orlan + Lancet) |
| Threat vector | Surveillance / reconnaissance |
| Weight / class | Class III – Strike / Combat (>600 kg), FAA >25 kg (Part 137 / waiver) |