KUB-2E Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
KUB-2-2E
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Other
Basic Information
Name
KUB-2E Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
KUB-2-2E
Alternate Designation
KUB-2-2E
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Kalashnikov Concern
Date of Introduction
2025
Description
The KUB-2E Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) reflects maturation of Russian loitering munition doctrine and represents credible fielding of medium-class precision strike capability within a contested air defense environment. Technical specifications—40+ kilometer range, GPS-independent guidance, day/night targeting, multi-mode warhead capability—position the system as operationally relevant tool for tactical commanders requiring responsive precision fires without exposed platform risk. The catapult launch architecture, simplified compared to vehicle-integrated systems, enables dispersed employment by smaller units and supports rapid relocation-to-minimize counter-battery exposure, aligning with modern force protection doctrine.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine
The propulsion architecture utilizes a rear-mounted electric motor powering a two-blade pushing propeller, with battery placement optimized at the center of gravity to maximize flight efficiency.
Max Speed
150.0 km/h
Cruise Speed
120.0 km/h
Range
40.0 km
Endurance
25.00 hrs
Service Ceiling
2000 m
Payload Capacity
4 kg
Variants
KUB-2-1E
The small-class KUB-2-1E, at 12 kilograms take-off mass with a 3.9-kilogram thermobaric warhead, delivers precision strikes against individual personnel and unarmored equipment over 20+ kilometer ranges with sustained flight times exceeding 20 minutes.
System
Alternate Designation
KUB-2-2E
Type
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Kalashnikov
Payload Capacity
4.6 kg
Warhead Type
Thermobaric
Guidance System
Primary guidance utilizes Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) coordinates for pre-programmed waypoint navigation, enabling operator-planned engagement profiles against static or predictable targets. Critically, the system integrates GPS-independent electro-optical and automatic optoelectronic guidance modes, employing day/night thermal imaging and artificial intelligence-assisted target recognition to track moving objectives and engage time-sensitive targets even when satellite navigation is degraded or denied.
Operator Control
Operator control extends from a mobile unified command station managing mission planning, launch sequencing, target observation, and strike authorization through real-time video and telemetry relay systems. The three-person crew structure—separation of mission planning, launch control, and target assessment functions—reflects mature operational doctrine developed through intensive field deployment. This architecture enables rapid reaction to emerging targets while maintaining precise strike accountability and minimizing collateral engagement risk through operator confirmation of target identity and position before final dive sequence initiation.
Integration Capability
The integration capability with the Skat-350M reconnaissance drone creates a tandem reconnaissance-strike system, enabling forward reconnaissance elements to detect, identify, and coordinate target handoff to loitering munition operators, significantly extending target acquisition range and reducing time-to-strike latency compared to autonomous prosecution.
Dimensions
Length
INA
Height
INA
Wingspan
INA
Maximum Takeoff Weight
14.5 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
The propulsion architecture utilizes a rear-mounted electric motor powering a two-blade pushing propeller, with battery placement optimized at the center of gravity to maximize flight efficiency.
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Speed
150 km/h
Cruise Speed
120 km/h
Maximum Range
40 km
Service Ceiling
2,000 m
Endurance
25 min
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
K
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
—
Height
—
Weight
14.5 kg
Operators (1)
Russia
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