Ukrainian company presents a new and fully autonomous drone SHARK-M
The Ukrainian company Ukrspecsystems has presented a new SHARK-M UAV capable of conducting deep reconnaissance and acting as a signal repeater for attack drones.
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The SHARK-M has a wingspan of 3.4 metres, just like its predecessor, the SHARK-D, but with an improved communication range of up to 180 km. Thanks to batteries with a 170% higher capacity, the drone can stay in the air for up to seven hours and operate day and night in different weather conditions.
The drone is also 165 cm long, 30 cm high and has a maximum take-off weight of 14.5 kg. It can climb to an altitude of up to 3,000 metres and reach speeds of up to 130 km/h. It is equipped with a 360-degree camera and sensors that can detect targets at a distance of up to 35 km during the day and 14 km at night.
The potential operation of the SHARK-M. Illustration: Ukrspecsystems
The SHARK-M has a universal connector for various electro-optical systems and a new, more powerful radio modem that is resistant to electronic warfare. An updated ground control station provides simplified operation, and an automatic reporting system speeds up data processing.
The drone is launched from a catapult, which allows it to be used without a runway, and landed using a parachute. The UAV is also equipped with a remote control terminal.
Source: Ukrspecsystems
