In Russia, a 2-ton multi-purpose drone may appear



    Now Russia is actively working on a new type of unmanned vehicle equipped with an air cushion. According to the plan, such a device can be used both in unmanned and manned modes. In addition, the device can carry out transport, reconnaissance and combat missions - depending on what is required at the moment.

    Specialists are going to demonstrate a prototype of such an apparatus , a small copy weighing 750 kg. The prototype was called "Teal", and will be shown at the MAKS air show. Development is underway by the United Instrumentation Corporation (OPK). It is worth noting that the engines in Chirka are of foreign manufacture, in the future they can be replaced by domestic engines.

    The developers claim that the device will be able to rise into the air from any surface, including sand, soil, loose snow. For landing, he does not need a runway. "Teal" can rise to a height of up to 6000 meters, with a maximum flight range of 2500 km.

    If necessary, the military will be able to place guided and unguided bombs and missiles in the apparatus. In the civilian sphere, the device is planned to be used to transport both passengers and goods in regions with difficult conditions.



    Note that the prototype is made on a scale of 1: 5 relative to the real size of the drone.


    (The Teal report starts at 4:25).

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