The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has codified and approved for operation the JEDI Shahed Hunter unmanned aerial vehicle complex of Ukrainian production. The high-speed interceptor drones included in this complex successfully destroy Russian attack drones of the Shahed, Geran, and Gerbera types.
They can also intercept Zala and Supercam reconnaissance drones.
Characteristics
JEDI Shahed Hunter is a copter-type aerial drone with vertical take-off. Equipped with a lightweight and durable frame, four high-performance electric motors and a capacitive battery.
With a total weight of just over 4 kg, the drone carries up to 500 grams of payload. This is enough to destroy a strike drone. And the power of its engines is enough to accelerate the drone to over 350 km/h and rise to an altitude of up to 6 km.
Target Location
JEDI Shahed Hunter receives data from radar stations automatically. This allows interceptor drones to enter the target area more quickly and destroy it quickly.
The drone receives target designations from radar stations and can automatically lock onto targets.
The system is capable of covering an airspace within a radius of up to 40 km, strengthening countermeasures against Russian drones.
The ground control station ensures the coordination of the flight of this copter, stable communication and accuracy of use. JEDI Shahed Hunter can automatically acquire and aim at the target. In addition, it is equipped with day and thermal imaging cameras, which allows it to perform tasks day and night.
Technical Specifications
- Vertical takeoff
- Weight — 4 kg
- Speed up to over 350 km/h
- Capable of reaching an altitude of up to 6 km
- Day and thermal imaging cameras for round-the-clock operation
As a reminder, sky protection is a top priority of Ukraine’s War Plan . The goal is to identify 100% of air threats in real time and intercept at least 95% of missiles and drones.
Sources: Ministry of Defence, Ukraine; MILITARNYI