The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has officially codified and approved for use domestically produced individual counter-drone device known as the Anti-drone gun. The announcement was made by the Main Directorate for Support of the Life Cycle of Weapons and Military Equipment, highlighting a new milestone in Ukraine's efforts to enhance its frontline defense capabilities against enemy UAVs.
The Anti-drone gun is an electronic warfare device designed to neutralize hostile unmanned aerial vehicles by disrupting their radio and video transmission systems. The system works by generating electromagnetic interference, effectively cutting off the UAV's ability to communicate with its operator or transmit reconnaissance footage.
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This piece of equipment is specifically tailored for individual use by soldiers in the field, offering a lightweight and user-friendly tool in the fight against the increasing threat of enemy drones. According to official information, the device weighs just over one kilogram and features a compact, monolithic design that makes it highly portable and practical for a wide range of operational environments.
The codification and approval of this weapon mark a crucial step in Ukraine's ongoing push to integrate domestic defense technology into regular military use. By endorsing Ukrainian-made system, the Ministry is not only enhancing battlefield efficiency but also supporting the national defense industry at a time when self-reliance in armament production is more critical than ever.
In recent years, russian- and iranian-made drones have posed a significant challenge to Ukrainian forces, especially in reconnaissance and kamikaze attacks. The deployment of compact and accessible jamming tools like the Anti-drone gun helps to level the playing field and reduce the effectiveness of enemy UAV operations near the front lines.
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