Ukraine exposes the vulnerability of Russian Molniya drones
The Ukrainian police shot down a Russian Molniya drone, revealing its simple construction, reports Defense Express. A video has surfaced online showing the interior of this UAV and the components it was made from.
The Ukrainian Khyzhak Brigade from the Patrol Police Department successfully shot down the Russian Molniya drone. According to Defense Express, this incident is further proof that Russians rely on inexpensive and basic UAVs to attack Ukrainian cities. However, it is important to note that despite their simplicity, such UAVs still pose a lethal threat.
Ukrainians reveal the truth about the Molniya drone
The video published on social media shows the drone's remains, confirming its simple construction. Compared to more advanced drones like the Iranian-made Shahed, the Molniya UAV is built from inexpensive materials, such as plywood and plastic.
"The Molniya drone. This is all that's left of it. Essentially, just plastic," police officers commented, showing the wreckage in the video that appeared on social media.
Russian Molniya drones represent a new generation of UAVs aimed at increasing the efficiency of military operations. Designed for speed and range, these drones pose a more serious threat than traditional UAVs. Molniya is capable of carrying explosive payloads of up to 5 kilograms and can attack targets up to 40 kilometres away.
The use of inexpensive materials such as plywood, veneer, foam, and aluminum tubes, combined with electronics from China, lowers production costs. However, despite their impressive specifications, the precision of these drones leaves much to be desired, with a hit accuracy of 1:8. If the signal is lost, Molniya can veer off course, making it an unpredictable tool on the battlefield.
