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February 26, 2026

Russian arms maker reports kamikaze drone milestone

Kalashnikov has announced a new KUB loitering munition with range surpassing 100 kilometers

Russian arms maker reports kamikaze drone milestone

TL;DR

  • Kalashnikov announced the KUB-10ME, a new loitering munition with a range over 100 km.
  • This makes it the first Russian weapon of its class to exceed this range.
  • The KUB-10ME is a tactical weapon designed for striking unarmored and lightly armored targets.
  • It features an improved electro-optical guidance system and enhanced electronic warfare protection.
  • Development was expedited based on experience from the Ukraine conflict.
  • The conflict has accelerated drone development, with affordability becoming a key goal.

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