Ukraine's UB60D and Protector Drones Now Available for Order: Specs and Frontline Numbers

Ordering Drones via DOT-Chain and Brave1 Market

According to Главком: Two Ukrainian drone models, the UB60D and the Protector, are now available for procurement through the DOT-Chain and Brave1 Market platforms. These unmanned systems can be acquired under the 'e-Bali' and Defence programs, facilitating their deployment for a range of applications, including military operations. These platforms are part of Ukraine's domestic effort to streamline the procurement of vital defense technology.

Drone Specifications

• UB60D Attack Drone:
  • Consists of a swarm of 250 individual drones, each armed with a 60mm fragmentation mine.
  • Operational range extends up to 20 km, making it effective for diverse frontline missions.
  • Ukrainian defense and security forces are already actively employing over 13,000 UB60D drones.
• Protector Heavy Utility Drone:
  • A heavy-lift drone designed for engineering, logistics, and medical evacuation tasks.
  • Capable of transporting up to 3 wounded personnel, carrying over 700 kg of cargo, or towing loads of up to 2 tons.
  • It has an operational range of 14 km and a ground clearance of 235 mm.
  • Each unit is supplied with Starlink satellite communication for reliable connectivity.
  • Approximately 20 Protector units are currently in use on the front lines.

The drones can be ordered individually or as part of a package, allowing their configuration to be tailored to specific operational requirements.

This development underscores the rapid advancement of Ukraine's domestic drone industry, a critical component of its modern defense strategy. The availability of these systems through dedicated procurement programs significantly enhances the capabilities of Ukrainian forces amid the ongoing conflict. The versatile use of drones, from direct combat to vital support roles, offers new avenues for improving the effectiveness and safety of frontline units.

As Ukraine enhances its drone capabilities, the introduction of the JEDI Hunter Drone marks a significant milestone in autonomous combat technology. This advanced system complements the recently available UB60D and Protector models, showcasing Ukraine's commitment to modernizing its defense strategies amidst ongoing challenges.