The Sapsan Unmanned Systems Battalion of the 14th Separate Mechanised Brigade has begun testing a new type of FPV drone. These interceptor drones are equipped with two smoothbore barrels of 12-gauge calibre instead of explosive payloads. According to the unit, the drones are capable of targeting both enemy FPV drones and more heavily protected aerial targets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As part of the interception training, one FPV drone simulates an enemy UAV by towing a target, while another \u2014 the interceptor \u2014 engages in neutralising it. The operator manoeuvres the interceptor into effective firing range and opens fire. A successful hit causes the target to lose control and crash, enabling crews to rehearse tactical response scenarios to enemy UAV activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tests are conducted at a forest-based training ground, where in addition to natural obstacles such as trees and branches, artificial barriers like ribbons and narrow gaps have been added to increase difficulty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n