Fewer targets, more waves: jet-powered Gerans partly free Russia to concentrate missiles, ISW says
The faster drones break through Ukraine's air defenses more reliably, and ISW expects the same strike pattern in Russia's winter campaign against Ukraine's energy.
Ukrainian defense company Wild Hornets unveiled its new high-speed Sting S interceptor drone, detailing its combat performance and plans for mass production. In June, Russia transitioned from gasoline-powered Shahed drones to jet-powered models. Ukraine faced an explosion in the number of jet-powered drones, with 350 launched in June and 3,500 by September.
To combat this threat, Ukraine is testing five high-speed interceptors developed by domestic companies, including Wild Hornets. The company's Sting interceptor has proved effective against Shahed-type drones, destroying over 17,000 enemy pieces worth nearly $3 billion. Wild Hornets is currently testing its new high-speed Sting S interceptor and expects to begin mass production within a month of completing tests, when success rates against jet-powered drones should match those against Shaheds.
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