{"id":31395,"date":"2026-06-08T12:53:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-08T09:53:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thedefender.media\/?p=31395"},"modified":"2026-06-08T13:49:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T10:49:21","slug":"black-mirror-62","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thedefender.media\/en\/2026\/06\/black-mirror-62\/","title":{"rendered":"Black Mirror #62: Hornet detectors, Molniya interceptors, Piranha, and other new Russian miltech developments"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Last week, Russian military forces received detectors for field testing that can identify the electronic signature of Ukrainian Hornet strike drones. In addition, the Russians demonstrated trials of a new missile-type interceptor, \u201cMolniya\u201d, an autonomous droneport for vertical-takeoff unmanned aerial vehicles, and upgrades to other previously deployed UAVs. More details on Russian military developments are covered in the weekly Defender Media review, Black Mirror<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scale of drone and missile production in Russia<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The production of unmanned aerial vehicles and missiles in Russia is insufficient to build significant stockpiles of most armaments. This is reported by Serhii Beskrestnov, an adviser to the Ukrainian Minister of Defence. The volume of stockpiles is assessed using the manufacturing dates on weapon systems recovered in Ukraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Beskrestnov, Russian forces recently attacked Kharkiv with a Shahed manufactured just days prior to the strike. \u201cShahed drones usually carry a production date preceding their deployment by 5\u201315 days. This indicates that a significant share of such UAVs is committed to operations almost immediately after rolling off the production line,\u201d Beskrestnov notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9M723 ballistic missiles of the Iskander system are arriving with 2025 production dates, which may indicate that Russia maintains an inventory of around 180\u2013250 such missiles. Zircon missiles used in May are dated 2026, and most Kh-101 cruise missiles were also manufactured in 2026, typically only a few months before operational deployment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, according to available data, Kh-59 missiles are dated to the third quarter of 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Testing of an autonomous droneport<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The company RusDronport has conducted the first trials of an autonomous droneport \u2014 a ground station capable of independently servicing, storing, and launching vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) UAVs. The system operates without human intervention at all stages of flight. It is claimed that during operations, the station can stream real-time video feeds to several units simultaneously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Russian unmanned aerial vehicle for launch from an autonomous station<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

During the trials, the UAV conducted flights in strong, gusty winds of around 10 m\/s. The drone is capable of carrying a payload of up to 3 kg, including cameras, thermal imagers, gas analysers, or lidars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the developer, when integrated with an autonomous droneport, the UAV can provide surveillance coverage for an area of up to 30,000 km\u00b2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kurier UGV with an electro-optical system<\/h4>\n\n\n
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\u201cKurier\u201d UGV with an electro-optical system<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

A new reconnaissance variant has been developed for the Kurier unmanned ground vehicle, featuring an electro-optical system mounted on a retractable platform. The key feature of this new version is a telescopic mast equipped with electro-optical gear for terrain surveillance and target acquisition. By elevating the sensors, the system can conduct reconnaissance from a defilade position, reducing the risk of detection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such a modification could prove particularly useful in rear areas or in environments where the employment of aerial UAVs is constrained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Kurier remains one of the primary robotic platforms utilised by Russian forces. Based on this chassis, existing variants include combat versions armed with grenade launchers and machine guns, an electromagnetic system for remote mine clearance, an engineering module for constructing crossings or deploying protective netting, and a variant fitted with a drilling rig, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Development of a new interceptor, Piranha<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

The Simbirsk Design Bureau Piranha plans to launch serial production of a high-speed interceptor drone in the near future. This was announced by a company representative at the HeliRussia 2026 exhibition in Moscow. According to the spokesperson, development is already in its final stages, and the platform has successfully passed all pre-flight testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The drone is hand-launched and utilises a guidance system based on Computer vision. It features a cruising speed of 165 km\/h and a maximum speed of 275 km\/h. The total weight of the aircraft, including the battery, stands at 2.8 kg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Russian unmanned aerial vehicle Piranha<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The multicopter interceptor engages targets via kinetic impact, dispensing with a fragmentation-explosive warhead. The system is designed to counter reconnaissance and strike UAVs of both fixed-wing and rotary-wing configurations operating at low and medium altitudes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, the Piranha operates across four frequency bands, automatically selecting the most stable signal without operator intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upgraded electronic reconnaissance system Bulat can transmit intercepted video<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The company 3mx has unveiled an upgraded version of its \u201cBulat\u201d UAV detection system. The system has received a modernised hardware unit, additional radio channels, and a function that displays video streams from detected FPV drones on an integrated colour display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new configuration utilises three antennas to increase the number of radio channels and expand the monitored frequency spectrum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mass production is scheduled to commence in the first quarter of 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flight tests of the interceptor drone Molniya<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Russians have demonstrated flight trials of the missile-type interceptor Molniya, developed by the Unmanned Aviation Systems Scientific Production Centre. According to the stated specifications, the aircraft, weighing approximately 2.5 kg, can carry a 300 g warhead and engage targets at ranges up to 5 km. Its maximum airspeed reaches 330 km\/h.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Russian missile-type interceptor Molniya<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In the terminal phase of flight, guidance is executed via artificial intelligence algorithms, while a thermal imaging channel can be deployed in low-light conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upgraded cargo drone Mikhailich<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The \u201cMikhailich\u201d cargo quadcopter has been upgraded and is already being delivered to front-line units. The drone, manufactured by the Svarog Scientific Production Centre, is equipped with air cushions to ensure the safe dropping of water bottles or other supplies. Additionally, the developers have relocated the battery packs to the frame’s lateral sections, freeing up more space for cargo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Russian unmanned aerial vehicle Mikhailich<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Mikhailich can transport up to 10 kg over distances of up to 20 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russian UAV units begin using domestic satellite stations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Russian UAV units have begun deploying domestically produced satellite stations. Unmanned aerial vehicles have been integrated into a unified transport network utilising Russian communication suites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to Flydrone, a core feature of this architecture is the absence of a rigid dependence on a single satellite channel. Each UAV, such as the Geran, can function as a signal repeater, establishing an airborne mesh network. If one unit is lost, the signal is automatically rerouted via alternative pathways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New reconnaissance UAVs presented at SPIEF<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A range of unmanned and robotic military systems was showcased at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exhibition featured quadcopters equipped with computer vision capabilities, a system for target detection and casualty evacuation, and a specialised UAV leveraging artificial intelligence technologies. The developments were presented by the enterprises SMIC RES Zavant, JSC Avangard, and SPC BAS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Russian unmanned aerial vehicle at the SPIEF 2026 exhibition<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Separately, a ground-based cargo robot designed to deliver ammunition and hardware to military units was demonstrated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

New catapult reduces launch preparation time for Lancet drones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The deployment preparation time for Lancet loitering munitions has been shortened following the introduction of a new disposable catapult. A pyrotechnic charge is integrated within the catapult, providing immediate acceleration upon launch. As a result, operators can launch the UAVs even from positions concealed under tree canopies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is stated that the typical engagement range of the Lancet is around 90 km, though earlier reports indicated an operational range of up to 136 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Russians develop detectors to identify Ukrainian Hornet drones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The first drone detectors capable of identifying Hornet strike UAVs have been delivered to Russian military forces. According to the developers, two types of detectors have been engineered to recognise Hornets via their electronic signatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Earlier versions of these Ukrainian drones relied on standard communication modems that were vulnerable to electronic warfare jamming. Modern modifications fitted with Starlink satellite communication terminals are highly resilient against electronic warfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The system is currently undergoing combat trials, and no serial production has been reported yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interceptor drones Sokol-I used to counter UAVs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Russians have demonstrated the use of Sokol-I fixed-wing interceptor drones designed to counter reconnaissance and strike UAVs. Primary targets include the Ukrainian Leleka, Bliskavka, and Hornet drones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Russian unmanned aerial vehicle Sokol-I<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Sokol-I is a lightweight UAV with a foam fuselage that can be hand-launched within seconds. Interception is achieved through direct collision or warhead detonation. The aircraft is equipped with a high-resolution camera, can reach speeds of up to 150 km\/h, and can climb to an altitude of up to 5 km.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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