2 20 drones attacks: How Shahledi bypass Ukrainian air defense systems (photos)
It is noted that the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation starts shock drones in groups of 20 or more devices that come for a target at an altitude of 2000-2500 meters. This brings them beyond the reach of most anti-aircraft systems, such as ZU-23-2, or mobile air defense groups with large-caliber machine guns of DSK or Browning M2. Going to the goals, drones go into sharp dive, reaching speeds up to 90 m/s - such a trajectory significantly complicates their interception.
At such heights, drones are possible only with the help of anti-aircraft installations, such as the Gepard Armed Forces, or upgraded air defense systems-C-125, Arrow-10, OSA, as well as Western analogues, including Crotale, L3harris Vampire and others. It is these systems that, according to sources, are critical to the Ukrainian forces. In addition, special anxiety is caused by the emergence of the Shahaneda's reconnaissance modifications, equipped with optical guidance systems.
They are likely to capture the effects of strokes and can adjust further attacks, including the possible pointing on emergency services arriving at the place of previous explosions. The authors of the material point out that despite the high efficiency of anti-aircraft complexes Iris-T and Patriot against missile threats, the use of a large number of cheap drones creates a significant load on the air defense system.
Yes, one "Shahamed" costs ten times cheaper than the rocket used to destroy it, which makes Russia's strategy not only tactically but also economically profitable. In such circumstances, Ukraine increases diplomatic pressure on the Allies, asking additional deliveries of interceptors and specialized UAVs. In the face of rapid adaptation of the enemy, such support becomes critical for protecting civilians and infrastructure, the observers said.