Recent footage shows the beginning of tests of a homemade active defense system against drones, nicknamed the “KAZ anti-drone,” developed from the launchers of the 902 “Tucha” system — traditionally used to fire smoke grenades from Russian armored vehicles.
This time, however, the Tucha’s tubes do not release smoke screens but bursts of impact elements designed to neutralize incoming enemy FPV drones.
+ Click here to watch the video
An Improvised “Cannon” Against FPV Drones
In practice, the new system works like a large shotgun mounted on armored vehicles, designed to fire loads of pellets of various calibers or small multiple projectiles. According to reports, shots using fragmented ammunition proved more effective in taking down low-flying drones.
Despite the creativity of the solution, test results remain modest. Operators still face serious challenges related to accuracy and reaction time.
Currently, the countermeasure firing is done “by eye,” based on instructions from an external observer.
This limitation significantly reduces the system’s effectiveness in real combat conditions, where FPV drones move at high speed and along unpredictable trajectories.
Potential for Improvement
Experts point out that the project’s success will depend on integration with automated sensors — such as compact radars, AI-based cameras, or acoustic detectors capable of autonomously identifying and tracking drones.
“If they manage to integrate the system with these sensors, the idea could work,” a military analyst assessed. “In any case, it’s better than nothing coming from the traditional design bureaus, in the fourth year of war.”
+ Video: Ukrainian Air Assault Brigade incorporates M2 Bradley combat vehicles with drone protection
+ Filipino Influencer Emman Atienza Found Dead at 19 in Los Angeles
Source and images: Telegram @milinfolive | Zvezda. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
