Cheap Drones Rigged with Explosives: Ukraine’s Main Anti-Tank Weapon
Cheap drones rigged with explosive devices have become the primary anti-tank weapon for the Ukrainian military in their fight against Russia. According to Senior Lt. Yuri Filatov of Ukraine’s 3rd Separate Assault Brigade, these low-cost attack drones have been successfully destroying Russia’s advanced tanks and armored vehicles on the battlefield. The drones, operated remotely using first-person-view technology, have a significant advantage over traditional anti-tank missiles.
In recent months, the Ukrainian forces have witnessed the destructive power of these inexpensive drones. They have been able to wreck multiple Russian tanks in a single day while keeping Ukrainian troops at a safe distance. As more drones are deployed, the loss of Ukrainian personnel has decreased significantly.
The use of these affordable attack drones, costing around $400 to $500, has revolutionized precision-guided capabilities. Previously, such accuracy was only achievable with expensive, high-tech guided weapons. Now, it’s in the hands of regular people, including teenagers. The psychological impact of these unmanned aerial vehicles is immense, as the target hardly knows where they are coming from. Both the Ukrainians and the Russians are employing these drones, but it appears that Ukraine has demonstrated greater top-level support for their production.
Ukraine’s dedication to building an advanced “army of drones” is evident in their training efforts, with over 10,000 new drone pilots trained this year alone. This commitment has resulted in the introduction of thousands of unmanned platforms into combat. As Ukraine continues to enhance its drone capabilities, it poses a significant threat to Russian forces on the battlefield.
