Ukraine, in cooperation with Germany, is expanding the production of the Linza multi-purpose unmanned aerial vehicle, a system designed to combine tactical reconnaissance with strike capabilities on the battlefield. The initiative was announced by the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and reflects a deepening industrial partnership between the two countries.
The project is being implemented under the Build with Ukraine initiative, bringing together the Ukrainian company Frontline Robotics and Germany's Quantum Systems. The partnership focuses on scaling up serial production of the Linza UAV to meet operational demand from the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
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According to the Ministry of Defense, the Linza drone is equipped with a gyrostabilized camera featuring digital zoom, allowing operators to conduct effective surveillance and target acquisition. The platform is designed to operate at ranges of up to 10 kilometers while carrying a payload of up to 2 kilograms.
The UAV is intended to perform a wide range of missions. These include the destruction of enemy personnel, engagement of military equipment, remote mine-laying, and tactical reconnaissance. Such versatility allows a single platform to support multiple battlefield tasks, reducing the need for specialized drones for each role.
A key feature of the Linza system is its deployable external antenna, which enables operators to control the drone from covered positions. This significantly reduces risks to drone crews and increases the survivability of UAV teams operating close to the front line.
The expansion of Linza production highlights Ukraine's emphasis on integrating combat-proven domestic solutions with European technological expertise. By combining Ukrainian battlefield experience with German engineering and manufacturing standards, the partners aim to accelerate delivery while maintaining reliability.
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