Aug 21, 2018 · Kasyanov described it as a “shock multipurpose unmanned aerial vehicle” capable of carrying one or two RPGs of the RPG-22/26 family. Kasyanov also noted the drone can carry the RPG-7 grenade launcher, other small arms, or even a bomb weighing around 11 pounds.

Sep 21, 2024 · In a recent video/article I mentioned that the Ukraine-aligned Georgian Legion had mounted an RPG-7 on an drone and successfully tested it. Several days later video of another drone equipped with disposable RPG was shared.

Feb 2, 2023 · Ukraine is strapping rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs) to cheap racing drones and using them to attack the Russian frontlines. It’s an effective method of gathering intel, destroying expensive...

Apr 7, 2024 · The Russian Ministry of Defense released a video on April 6, 2024, demonstrating the use of innovative drone warfare tactics. The footage showcased First Person View (FPV) drones, armed with the warhead of an RPG-7 type rocket, being used by the Russian armed forces to target Ukrainian patrol boats on the Dnieper River. This strategic river ...

Apr 14, 2024 · As the war progressed, more potent RPG-7 rounds were strapped to the drones and even custom explosively-formed penetrator (EFP) charges, which significantly boosted their anti-armor capabilities....

Aug 2, 2023 · As mentioned, a popular payload for these drones is RPG-7 rounds, which are prevalent in both Russian and Ukrainian armies. These rounds can damage tanks or destroy MT-LBs, cars, or bunkers. They have a relatively low rate of misfires and do not require additional activators (the RPG round explodes upon impact).

Jan 31, 2023 · Ukraine is arming commercially available quadcopter Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) with warheads from Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG) to strike Russian ground targets, videos and pictures from a few Telegram groups showed.

Mar 18, 2024 · By integrating RPG-7 rockets into FPV drone operations, forces can extend the reach of this time-tested weapon, allowing for precise strikes against diverse targets from a distance, thus combining the advantages of aerial surveillance and direct fire support in a novel and potent manner.

Dec 27, 2023 · The RPG-7, an anti-tank grenade launcher dating back to the Soviet era, is known for its simplicity and reliability, but not necessarily for its ability to penetrate sophisticated modern armor like that of the T-90M. The fact that such ammunition succeeded in disabling the tank highlights two critical points.

Jun 23, 2024 · The utilization of RPG-7 on drones underscores the evolving landscape of combat tactics and the evolving nature of conflicts in contemporary times. Successful RPG-7 drone deployments in various scenarios have demonstrated the efficacy and adaptability of this integrated technology.