1L219M Zoopark-1 Radar. Photo: Wikimedia
The Main Directorate of Intelligence of Ukraine (GUR) has released a video showing the destruction of the Russian counter-battery radar 1L219M “Zoopark-1” by FPV drone operators.
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The operation was conducted by scouts from the “Wings” unit, part of the Department of Active Operations of Defense Intelligence. The Russian radar was located and monitored by Ukrainian drones, which tracked its movement and deployment. Footage captured by the drones’ cameras helped pinpoint the exact position of the enemy equipment, enabling a precise strike.
According to the GUR, the operation used four long-range FPV drones, which set the Russian complex on fire. The exact location on the frontline where the attack took place was not specified by the intelligence agency.
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About the Zoopark-1
The 1L219M Zoopark-1 radar is a Russian reconnaissance and fire control system designed to identify and track ground artillery positions, including barrel artillery, MLRS, and mortars. It detects the trajectories of munitions during firing to determine enemy artillery positions and can be used to adjust friendly artillery fire.
The destruction of the Zoopark-1 is a significant blow to the reconnaissance and response capabilities of Russian artillery, highlighting the strategic role of drones in modern combat operations.
Source and images: Main Directorate of Intelligence of Ukraine / mil.in.ua. This content was created with the assistance of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
