Russia Tests Analogue of Ukrainian Sting Interceptor Drone

The Russian Scientific and Production Center for Unmanned Aviation Systems and Robotic Systems(NPTS BASiRTK) has unveiled an interceptor drone.

This was reported on the developer’s official Telegram page.

The drone is designed according to the standard interceptor configuration: four engines and vertical takeoff. The published video shows only its flights, in particular horizontal flight and hovering in the air.

The developer does not disclose the technical specifications of the drone but notes that it is planned to be used as part of a distributed system with heterogeneous robotic systems for monitoring the maritime situation and infrastructure.

It should be noted that conceptually, the drone is similar to the Ukrainian Sting interceptor. It is highly likely that the Russians, when creating similar interceptors, borrowed certain design solutions from Ukrainian models, which have repeatedly demonstrated their effectiveness in intercepting various types of UAVs.

Sting itself is a classic quadcopter design with a large dome protruding upward from its center, where the combat unit and camera are located. The device will be controlled from the ground using VR googles, which give the operator accurate visual observation during flight. The design will also feature an artificial intelligence-based targeting system to assist the operator in hitting enemy targets.

In addition, this drone recently demonstrated its capabilities in Denmark. Ukrainian operators successfully destroyed several drones in the air during a demonstration operation; during the maneuver, Sting hit a Danish Banshee drone, which simulated an air threat.