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Magura V5
Ukraine's game-changing naval attack drone — a low-profile, satellite-controlled USV that has sunk multiple Russian warships and scored the first-ever uncrewed vessel air-to-air kill.
Ukraine's low-profile, satellite-controlled uncrewed surface vessel that has sunk multiple Russian warships in the Black Sea and scored the first-ever air-to-air kill by a naval drone.
Overview
The MAGURA V5 (Maritime Autonomous Guard Unmanned Robotic Apparatus V-type) is a Ukrainian naval attack uncrewed surface vessel (USV), developed and operated by the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (HUR). Designed as a one-way strike platform, it carries a large explosive payload and can also be fitted with short-range air-defence missiles to engage helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. Its combat debut in early 2024 redefined littoral warfare by enabling a conventionally outclassed navy to hold at risk a numerically superior fleet.
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