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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

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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