Pilots of the Omega 3rd Detachment have struck 11 russian artillery systems at ranges of up to 65 kilometers, demonstrating the growing reach and precision of Ukraine's unmanned strike capabilities. Footage of the operation was released on March 4 via the unit's official channel, showcasing a series of long-range engagements deep behind enemy lines.
Among the destroyed targets was North Korean-made long-range self-propelled artillery system known as the M-1978 Koksan. The presence of this system on the battlefield underscores Moscow's reliance on foreign-supplied artillery to sustain its firepower. Designed for extended-range bombardment, Koksan system is capable of striking targets far from the front line, making it a high-priority target for Ukrainian forces.
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According to the unit, distances of 45 to 65 kilometers are considered routine working ranges for the drone pilots. Operating fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicles, the detachment conducts deep interdiction missions aimed at degrading russian artillery dominance. Such ranges indicate not only advanced UAV endurance but also effective reconnaissance and targeting integration.
In this latest operation, the detachment reported the destruction of 11 artillery systems of various calibers. In addition to tube artillery, the strikes reportedly eliminated a communications node and a location used by russian personnel. This suggests a deliberate focus not only on firepower but also on command-and-control elements that enable coordinated operations.
As Defense Express previously reported, fighters of the 414th Brigade have detected and struck russian Tor-M2 surface-to-air missile system in Donetsk region, according to footage released by the Unmanned Systems Forces of Ukraine. The engagement marks another episode in Ukraine's ongoing campaign to dismantle russian air defense assets near the front line.
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