Ukrainian manufacturer Terminal Autonomy has handed over the first batch of the first batch of new AQ 400 Scythe attack drones to the military. This is is stated in the official statement of the company, writes Defence Blog, reports UNN.
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The initial production volume of drones of this type is 100 units. The company aims to increase the pace to 500 UAVs per month.
The AQ 400 Scythe is capable of flying up to 750 km and carrying a payload of up to 32 kilograms. It is also possible to increase the payload to 70 kg, reducing the flight range.
Drones can be launched using short runways or catapults. runways or catapults. Among the features of these UAVs are also are quick manufacturing, mass production, and cost-effectiveness. efficiency.
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Terminal Autonomy has launched the production of kamikaze drones through a network of small businesses and engineering firms that specialize in in the production of similar platforms. Although the company purchases some components outside of Ukraine, primarily from Germany and the UK, the project's priority is to localize production within Ukraine as much as possible.