Ukraine to build about 400 units of new model by end of October
Ukraine is testing five types of high-speed interceptor drones, with one model expected to reach production of about 400 units by the end of October, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in an interview with the Financial Times published on Oct. 2.
Ukraine plans to manufacture approximately 400 units of a new high-speed interceptor drone model by the end of October, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. In an interview with the Financial Times on Oct. 2, Zelenskyy stated that while five types of high-speed interceptor drones are currently being tested, only one model is anticipated to enter production by the given deadline.
The remaining four interceptor models will continue to undergo testing. The president highlighted several challenges facing the development of these systems, with engine shortages being a significant obstacle. Zelenskyy emphasized that engines are crucial, noting that Ukraine imports many engines but currently lacks sufficient production.
Additionally, a shortage of funding is impeding the development and mass production of critical defense systems. On Sept. 28, Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian air defenses were intercepting around 70% of drones during large-scale Russian attacks, with an interception rate of 57% for jet-powered drones. The following day, Zelenskyy announced the identification of the first weapon prototypes designed to counter Russian jet-powered Shahed drones.
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