Ukrainian Drone Maker Develops Interceptor to Counter Russian Attacks

A Ukrainian drone manufacturer is stepping up its game in the ongoing aerial battle against Russian forces. According to The Telegraph, Wild Hornets is developing a new interceptor drone called the Sting, specifically designed to hunt down and neutralize Russian Shahed-136 loitering munitions.

The Sting: A Purpose-Built Drone Hunter

The Sting is being engineered to outmaneuver its targets. It’s capable of speeds over 100 mph and can operate at an altitude of nearly 10,000 feet. The drone is equipped with an explosive payload and a camera dome. While an AI targeting system is in development, the Sting is currently pilot-operated. Wild Hornets, a nonprofit that’s supplied thousands of drones to Ukrainian forces, aims to create a cost-effective solution to the persistent threat of Shahed attacks.

Countering the Shahed Threat

“30 to 80 Shaheds are launched against Ukrainian cities each day,” Wild Hornets stated on X. These Iranian-designed drones, now produced domestically by , have become a significant problem for Ukrainian air defenses. The Sting’s development addresses a critical need. Shahed-136 drones cost around $20,000 each, while current defense methods like surface-to-air missiles can cost up to $1 million per shot. In contrast, the Sting is reportedly “dozens of times lower” in cost than a Shahed.

Drone Arms Race Intensifies

Both and Russia are ramping up drone production. Russia plans to increase output to 1.4 million drones annually, while Ukraine claims it can produce 4 million drones per year. This new interceptor drone represents Ukraine’s push to innovate in the face of evolving threats.

DroneXL’s Take

The development of the Sting interceptor drone highlights the rapid evolution of drone technology in conflict zones. As we’ve seen in recent coverage of drone advancements, the ability to counter enemy UAVs is becoming just as crucial as offensive capabilities. This trend underscores the growing importance of drone-on-drone combat and the need for cost-effective, agile solutions in modern warfare.

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Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of DroneXL.co, where he covers all drone-related news, DJI rumors and writes drone reviews, and EVXL.co, for all news related to electric vehicles. He is also a co-host of the PiXL Drone Show on YouTube and other podcast platforms. Haye can be reached at haye @ dronexl.co or @hayekesteloo.

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