The Russian Ministry of Defense has released new materials this week detailing the functionality and capabilities of the tactical drone Molniya-2, used in reconnaissance and attack missions.
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The publication included a statement from a senior UAV operator with the callsign “Garik,” who explained the assembly process and the drone’s potential.
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According to Garik, the Molniya-2 is built with simple materials such as foam, plastic tubing, and aluminum. The modular design allows the fuselage, wings, and tail to be supplied separately and assembled directly in the field. “We assemble it and install the payload. The payloads vary: shaped charge, fragmentation, and thermobaric,” the operator explained.
The drone can reach speeds of up to 120 km/h and has an operational range of up to 60 kilometers, with a flight altitude between 300 and 400 meters. The versatility and simplicity of the design make the Molniya-2 an effective tool for combat units.
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According to the military report, just two days of training are enough for soldiers to learn how to assemble and operate the Molniya-2 independently, reinforcing its usefulness on battlefronts with limited resources and a need for tactical mobility.
Photo and video: Telegram @mod_russia. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
