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Svyatoslavovich (KVS) is a Russian made FPV kamikaze drone, in size of 10-inch, which was developed by the russian Ushkuynik Research and Production Center.[1]
Design
Its wing configuration is noted for being distinctive, resembling an oval or ring-shaped wing surrounding a quadcopter-style body, allowing for vertical takeoff followed by horizontal winged flight
Online Claims indicate a flight capability surpassing 50 kilometers (31 miles) with a reported warhead or payload capacity of up to 3 kilograms (6.6 lbs).
It developed with claims about automatic target acquisition capability and maintaining its mission even if radio contact is lost. [2]
Operational Status
It was officially brought into mass production phases starting in March 2026.[3]
First, they deployed it over the Ukraine conflict zone and has been targeted or intercepted by Ukrainian systems (such as the Wild Hornet STING interceptor drone).[4]
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