The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the destruction of a number of unmanned boats belonging to the Ukrainian armed forces in the waters of the Black Sea.
The strikes were carried out using Lancet suicide drones, which once again demonstrated their effectiveness in the Black Sea region. The statement accompanying the video read: "The enemy's plans have been thwarted."
It is worth noting that the speed of the "Lancet" aircraft reaches about 100 km/h, but it doubles when diving towards the target.
The Russian Ministry of Defense announces the destruction of 5 drone boats belonging to the Kyiv regime in the Black Sea.
Footage released by the Ministry of Defense showed the moment the Ukrainian drone boats were targeted while sailing at sea, with the strikes accompanied by powerful explosions and fires.
First appearance : It was first unveiled in June 2019 at the "Army-2019" military exhibition in Moscow..
unique shape, incorporating two sets of X-shaped wings at the front and rear of the fuselage, giving it stability and high maneuverability..
catapult from a mobile ground control station.
Basic specifications (for the most common version "Lancet-3")
Maximum weight at takeoff : 12 kilograms.
warhead weighing 3-5 kg, capable of penetrating armor up to 30-40 cm thick.Its types include high-explosive, high-firing, and anti-armor..
maximum speed of 110 kilometers per hour, and can stay airborne for 40 minutes..
developed new versions (such as the 51E and 52E) with an increased range of 45 kilometers and flight time of 50 minutes..
These drones achieved great success during the special military operation in Ukraine, where they were used effectively to target artillery , radars, light armor, and air defense systems.It is considered a relatively low-cost weapon compared to guided missiles, with the drone estimated to cost around US$35,000..
In short, Lancet drones are precise and effective weapons that have changed the game on modern battlefields, combining reconnaissance and suicide strike capabilities at an affordable cost.
