Russia has officially confirmed the first flight of the Sirius attack drone, which copies the MQ-9 Reaper - deliveries will begin by the end of 2023

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The Russian company Kronshtadt has officially confirmed that the Sirius attack drone has made its first flight. Moreover, deliveries are expected to start soon.

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Russia is currently hosting the forum "Army-2023". Representatives of the Kronstadt company said that the drone took to the skies for the first time, but a series of flight tests are still ongoing.

"Sirius" will be able to carry unguided bombs and missiles. The maritime version of the drone will be used for search and rescue operations and act as an aerial reconnaissance platform.

It is known from public data that the drone is 9 metres long and has a wingspan of 20 metres. The maximum take-off weight is 2.5 tonnes and the cruising speed is 180 km/h. Deliveries of Sirius drones are due to begin by the end of 2023.

Source: TASS