Russia tests Solist hybrid missile with drone technology for attacks in Ukraine (X @simpatico771)
Russia is testing a new hybrid weapon called Solist, which combines features of missiles and drones to target armored vehicles and defensive positions in Ukraine.
The system fills the gap between mortars and conventional missiles, allowing real-time trajectory correction. With a first-person view (FPV) system, it transmits live images and can be redirected during flight. Its projectile is 1.2 meters long, weighs about 20 kg, and can reach speeds over 500 km/h, traveling up to 10 km.
Tests are being conducted in the Donetsk region, controlled by Russia since 2022. Operators guide the device up to 2 km away using virtual reality glasses, minimizing the risk of retaliation. The Solist can be used against enemy helicopters and drones and is compatible with different types of warheads, including shaped charges and thermobaric ones.
Additionally, its resistance to electronic interference ensures greater effectiveness, allowing it to continue its trajectory even in the event of lost communication.
Produced by KEMZ with Russian military support, the Solist is a cheaper alternative compared to kamikaze drones, costing four times less. Russia can produce up to 2,000 units per month, and large-scale production is expected to start later this year, depending on performance in combat tests.
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A second promo video has been published with design details and application features of the Solist (“Солист”) multi-purpose tactical missile system.
Also, the promo video shows objective control of the use of the new product against armored vehicles and strongholds of… pic.twitter.com/Tt8jHJ7mp1— SIMPLICIUS Ѱ (@simpatico771) March 23, 2025
