Bulldog drone by Roboneers used in combat for the first time

The Bulldog UAV, which Ukrainian company Roboneers unveiled in spring, has been used in combat for the first time. A crew from the 23rd Separate Mechanised Brigade flew four combat sorties, the manufacturer told Defender.

The UAV was used for strike missions at distances of up to 15 km, carrying a payload of up to 9 kg. Roboneers says it has received feedback on the platform’s strengths and weaknesses and will now work on improvements.

The company unveiled the Bulldog transformer drone in March. It can serve as a relay, providing stable radio communication, and act as a bomber, dropping payloads onto designated targets.

The drone has a secure control channel and can operate in limited visibility, GPS-denied conditions, high humidity and dust, as well as at night. It has a flight range of up to 20 km and a payload capacity of up to 10 kg. The UAV has a cruising speed of 12-15 m/s and can stay airborne for up to 70 minutes without a payload.

Roboneers’ range of UAVs also includes the Wardog TRN relay carrier and the Wardog Scout reconnaissance UAV.