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Russia Unveils Surveillance Drone Built to Brave Extreme Conditions
Russia Unveils Surveillance Drone Built to Brave Extreme Conditions
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Russia is set to debut its new Sokol surveillance drone at the National Security Belarus–2026 exhibition in Minsk — a next-generation platform engineered to thrive where extreme conditions are the norm.
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Key features:The system highlights Russia’s continued push toward rapid-deployment, weather-resistant UAV platforms for both civilian and emergency response use cases.
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Russia Unveils Surveillance Drone Built to Brave Extreme Conditions
Russia is set to debut its new Sokol surveillance drone at the National Security Belarus–2026 exhibition in Minsk — a next-generation platform engineered to thrive where extreme conditions are the norm.
Designed for day-and-night monitoring, including search and rescue missions
Unique X-shaped tandem aerodynamic design improves stability and wind resistance
Capable of operating in extreme conditions, withstanding winds of 15–18 m/s and temperatures ranging from -40°C to +50°C
Flight endurance exceeds three hours, with speeds reaching up to 100 km/h
The system highlights Russia’s continued push toward rapid-deployment, weather-resistant UAV platforms for both civilian and emergency response use cases.
16 August 2025, 13:23 GMT
