Russian Geran-5 drones reach 1,000 km/h as Chinese engineers aid development
Russian Geran-5 drones can reach speeds of up to 1,000 kilometers per hour (621 mph) while maneuvering, with such speeds already recorded, and Chinese specialists are actively involved in developing Russian UAVs, Ukrainian presidential adviser on defense technology Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov told reporters on Oct. 29.
Russian Geran-5 drones are capable of flying at speeds up to 1,000 kilometers per hour, according to Ukrainian presidential adviser on defense technology Serhii "Flash" Beskrestnov. Beskrestnov stated that Chinese specialists are actively participating in the development of Russian UAVs. He emphasized that only those who think ahead can win this "technological game."
Russia is recruiting top specialists to develop and manufacture drones, according to Beskrestnov, as key engineers are being lured from across Russia to Alabuga, a special economic zone and major production center for Geran drones. He also noted that China's engineers are not only supplying parts for Shahed drones but are also working on control modules.
Russian forces have reportedly launched Shahed drones "literally straight off the production line," with drone attacks occurring within a week of production. In September, Ukraine's Defense Intelligence Directorate reported that the Geran-5 drone measures approximately 6.5 meters in length, has a wingspan of up to 5.5 meters, and can carry a 90-kilogram warhead.
Its cruising speed ranges from 450-600 km/h, with a range of up to 950 kilometers and a flight endurance of up to two hours.
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