A Ukrainian Leleka-100 drone helped destroy a T-72 tank, Pion and Gvozdika self-propelled howitzers, two Hyacinth-B cannons and one Msta-B

By: Maksim Panasovskyi | 26.09.2022, 15:35
A Ukrainian Leleka-100 drone helped destroy a T-72 tank, Pion and Gvozdika self-propelled howitzers, two Hyacinth-B cannons and one Msta-B

Ukrainian-made drones continue to help the Armed Forces destroy the enemy. Thanks to the Leleka-100 drone, the 128th Independent Mountain Assault Brigade was able to eliminate several howitzers and a tank.

Here's What We Know

Soldiers of the 128th Separate Mountain Assault Brigade recorded a video showing the destruction of two towed Hyacinth-B howitzers and one Msta-B, a T-72 tank, and Pion and Gvozdika self-propelled artillery units. The Leleka-100 drone was used to correct fire.

The drone was purchased by Come Back Alive, the Army's competent aid foundation. The organization purchased 25 unmanned aerial systems, each consisting of two UAVs and a ground control station. The cost is ₴1,440,000 (nearly $40,000 now and $48,000 at the time of purchase).

The Leleka-100 is used to correct artillery fire to a depth of 50 km. The drone has a top speed of 140 km/h. The drone was adopted for service in the spring of 2021.

Source: Come Back Alive