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​Innovative Combat: Ukrainian Troops Use FPV Drones with Mounted Weapons (Video)

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The Queen Hornet FPV drone equipped with an assault rifle / screenshot from video
The Queen Hornet FPV drone equipped with an assault rifle / screenshot from video

From rifles to grenade launchers, Ukrainian FPV drones push the boundaries of modern warfare

Ukrainian forces continue to demonstrate ingenuity on the battlefield, with the Bulava unit from the 3rd Mechanized Battalion of the Separate Presidential Brigade leading the way in drone warfare innovation. Fighters from the unit are actively testing advanced combinations of FPV drones and payloads to enhance their combat effectiveness.

Recent footage showcased the Queen Hornet FPV drone equipped with an assault rifle, deployed during an operation near Velyka Novosilka. The drone was used to clear tree lines where russian forces had taken cover after a failed assault. Despite sustaining damage during the mission, the drone successfully completed its task, highlighting its resilience and tactical value.

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This isn’t the first experiment with the Queen Hornet platform. The Bulava unit previously tested this FPV drone armed with a grenade launcher. Military operators note that these combinations offer significant potential for urban warfare, allowing drones to neutralize entrenched positions and finish off damaged enemy equipment with precision.

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