Saker Scout Drone

The Saker Scout Drone, developed and used by Ukraine, can fly autonomously over designated areas without human contact - avoiding problems from GPS-jamming or electronic blockades. As its name suggests, the Saker is posed as a reconnaissance drone, able to recognize and record myriad military assets. But despite lacking the speed and payload capacity of attack drones, the Saker can attack military targets autonomously. However, existing reports of attacks on Russian assets are unconfirmed, and were possibly console-operated.

Basic Weapon Facts

I. Background

1. Manufacturer: Saker
2. Suppliers: Unknown
3. Country of origin: Ukraine
4. Developmental stage: Operational (2023)
5. System version: Saker Scout Drone
6. System type: Unmanned Aerial System
   

II. General Specifications

1. System dimensions: Unknown
2. Weight: Unknown
3. Max payload: Up to 3 kilograms
4. Max operating time: Unknown
5. Max operating Distance/Reach: Approximately 10 kilometers
6. Max speed: Unknown

III. Autonomy

Autonomous Targeting capabilities: Can autonomously locate, identify, and attack military targets, even in jammed communication environments. Recognizes and records coordinates of enemy vehicles, including camouflaged ones.

Sources

1. Manufacturer websites:
   https://saker.airforce/
2. News reports:
   • Forbes: Ukraines AI Drones Seek And Attack Russian Forces Without Human Oversight