Iran has developed a new anti-drone system consisting of “jumping mines,” capable of taking down flying vehicles at distances of up to 350 meters.
According to Defence Index, the Jaljaleh mines, when detonated, create an explosion with a radius of approximately 5 meters, and the fragments are projected up to 15 meters away.
This represents a considerable threat to low-flying drones and slow-moving aerial targets, such as helicopters.
Experts suggest that the Jaljaleh is based on the anti-helicopter mines YM-J-AHM and YM-J-AHM2. Both systems are equipped with acoustic sensors that detect engine noise and determine the approach of aerial targets.
These models are specifically designed to counter helicopters approaching the ground to deploy troops.
Analysts view the deployment as part of Iran’s preparations for a potential new confrontation with Israel, following this year’s intense 12-day war.
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BREAKING: Iran has unveiled a new counter-drone weapon called the “Jaljaleh” air defense mine.
It can be launched up to 350 meters, with each mine producing a 5-meter blast radius and shrapnel reaching 15 meters, capable of targeting low-flying drones.
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