The HX-2 drone has once again gained international attention after being evaluated by the United States Army during Project Flytrap, held in Lithuania.
Developed by the German company Helsing, the system has already been used by Ukrainian forces in the conflict against Russia and is now attracting interest from several NATO countries.
The tests took place at the Pabradė training ground, focusing on operations involving unmanned aircraft and counter-drone technologies. According to information released by the US military, 15 of the 17 HX-2 drones launched successfully hit their targets, while the others recorded very close impacts. The exercise included approximately 200 flights by different unmanned systems.
One of the main advantages of the HX-2 is its ability to operate in environments with heavy electronic interference. Equipped with artificial intelligence, the drone can identify and track targets even without access to a GPS signal. The model has a range of up to 100 kilometers, a speed of more than 200 km/h, and the ability to operate in coordinated swarms controlled by a single operator.
The experience gained in the war between Russia and Ukraine directly contributed to the improvement of the system, which was presented to the public in 2024. In addition to the United States and Ukraine, countries such as France, Germany, and the United Kingdom are also evaluating the HX-2. If the tests continue to show positive results, the drone could be incorporated into the armed forces of several European nations.
❗️The US Army has tested German HX-2 drones that Ukraine is already using. pic.twitter.com/VfEsP6WHWm
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