Rüstung: Große Reichweite, hohe Präzision – Diese neuen Waffen sollen Russland in die Knie zwingen

Ukrainian Armor, a defense company in Kiew, showcased several new prototypes at the MSPO armaments fair in Poland. CEO Wladislaw Belbas explained that these advanced systems, developed in collaboration with European manufacturer MBDA, aim to significantly enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities and strike power against Russian targets in the country's rear.

The CEO emphasized that the primary issue for Ukraine lies in the low hit rate of their deep-strike weapons, where 100 drones launched may only achieve a five per cent hit rate, resulting in inefficient use of resources. Ukraine urgently needs to boost its hit rate.

Recently, Russian forces have introduced hypersonic missiles and fast drones, outpacing Ukraine's anti-missile systems, particularly Patriot missiles. This has left Ukraine vulnerable to ballistic missile attacks. Consequently, defense firms are racing to provide the best anti-missile systems. Ukrainian Armor is among the select group of prominent defense companies working on solutions. Other notable names in this sector include Fire Point, Skyfall, and Ukr Spec Systems.

Ukrainian Armor's product range has rapidly expanded to include long-range missiles and anti-aircraft systems, primarily due to the transition of warfare to the skies. The company now offers 40 different product lines, with artillery ammunition accounting for 60 percent of its total revenue last year, valued at 1.5 billion euros.

While some experts argue that artillery will lose significance in future conflicts as drones control the battlefield within a 30-50 kilometer "kill zone," Ukrainian Armor believes that artillery will remain crucial, particularly in stopping Russian infantry advances.

The most expensive ammunition in the company's arsenal boasts a range of 42 kilometers, making it immune to enemy fire from fast-moving drones. Demand for the company's products is growing, with Belbas expecting deliveries this year to increase fivefold compared to last year. To diversify and secure the company's future beyond the conflict, Belbas has recently introduced FPV drones, providing ammunition as part of the system for enhanced safety during operation.

Despite the rapid proliferation of drones in the Ukrainian market and the lack of stringent safety regulations, Belbas advocates for increased standardization to boost efficiency. The 42-year-old company leader has faced a corruption scandal in the past but maintains his innocence, stating that the case has dragged on for seven years with no concrete evidence.

Ukrainian Armor remains a key supplier to the Ukrainian government, and the introduction of an affordable anti-aircraft system could further boost national morale.