The kamikaze Shahed-136 drones, now equipped with a new thermobaric warhead, have raised concerns in Ukraine.
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According to the Telegram channel “Operative ZSU,” which shared images of the drone, remnants of a downed Shahed-136 were found in an open field.
This drone was apparently shot down or forced to land using electronic warfare systems.
Russian sources report that the use of these new thermobaric warheads began in April 2024, marked by the “Y” series on the drones, and has become the fourth type of warhead used in the Geran-2 and Shahed-136 models.
Thermobaric warheads, also known as vacuum bombs or airburst bombs, differ from conventional explosives.
They utilize oxygen from the air to generate a high-intensity explosion, carrying only fuel rather than both fuel and oxidizer.
This technology enhances the power and destructiveness of drones, particularly in confined spaces, where the impact and vacuum effect of the explosion can cause significant damage.
Source and images: Telegram @operativnoZSU. This content was created with the assistance of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.