Ukrainian developer Vluchnyk has unveiled the Zorelit v5, a jet-powered interceptor designed to destroy Russia’s kamikaze and reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicles.
The drone supports an AI-powered target detection system that identifies targets during the final stage of an intercept.
It is also compatible with Ukraine’s SkyMap command-and-control software, which calculates optimal flight routes based on target trajectories and the interceptor’s remaining battery power.
A successor to the combat-proven Zorelit v4, the new variant supports remote control and can transmit live video over the internet.
The standard configuration includes a rotating camera, an open-source radio-control system, a 2.5-watt video transmitter, and a remote detonation system for its warhead.
Drone Performance Breakdown
The Zorelit v5 can reach speeds of up to 416 kilometers (258 miles) per hour and has a maximum range of 47 kilometers (29 miles) on a single charge.
It can carry a warhead weighing up to 600 grams (21 ounces).
The interceptor is initially available to military organizations through direct contracts with Vluchnyk. It will later become available through the eBaly program once it completes Ukraine’s codification process.
