New German drone set to revolutionize battlefield operations
A new unmanned aerial vehicle has been unveiled in Germany, designed for reconnaissance missions, casualty evacuation, and deployment on front lines. Its capabilities are notably impressive.
What should you know?
- New drone unveiled in Germany: The drone can lift up to 135 kg and is intended for rescue operations and front-line use.
- Technical capabilities of the drone: It is used for evacuating casualties, transporting cargo, and conducting reconnaissance missions.
"This signifies a new level on the battlefield and beyond," reports the Nexta portal, publishing a video showcasing the newly produced drone.
The unmanned aerial vehicle was showcased in Germany. It can lift a weight of up to 135 kg. Its purposes include, among others, casualty evacuation and cargo transportation. It will also serve in reconnaissance missions and battlefield operations.
Drones in rescue operations and on the front line
Rescuers and police forces have been utilising drones in their work for a considerable period. These machines can access places unreachable by humans.
Drones are also becoming increasingly common on the front lines. As WP journalist Sławek Zagórski noted, on 13 September 2022, the Russians used Iranian Shahed 136 drones on a large scale for the first time. Their targets were military facilities and critical infrastructure in the Kharkiv region.
Since then, the frequency of these strikes has systematically increased. While in February 2023, the Russians launched only 45 Shaheds, by June 2024, this number had risen to 426 drones, in September 2024 - 1,338, in January 2025 - 2,599 units, and in February - 3,902. They were attacking with both Shahed 136 drones and their Russian counterparts, Geran 2.
With the rapid development of drones, the production of weapons to combat them is also gathering pace.
