Takhion Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Takhion
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
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Basic Information
Name
Takhion Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
Takhion
Alternate Designation
Takhion
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Kalashnikov Concern
Date of Introduction
2015
Description
The Takhion Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is a micro-drone manufactured by the Russian company Kalashnikov, exclusively used by the modern Russian army. It has been deployed in military operations, including in Ukraine's Donbas region and during the Russian invasion of neighboring countries. The drone's main function is providing critical reconnaissance capabilities by transmitting real-time data back to the Ground Control Station (GCS). Its compact size allows for easy transportation to the frontlines, featuring a flying wing design with a two-bladed propeller on the nose and winglets at the wingtips.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine
Battery
Max Speed
100.0 km/h
Range
40.0 km
Endurance
2.00 hrs
Service Ceiling
4000 m
Wingspan
2.00 m
System
Alternate Designation
Takhion
Type
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Kalashnikov
Payload Capacity
INA
Camera Equipment
Payload supports photographic devices that provide still and/or live image/video results.
Note
Designed to operate in various weather conditions, day or night, the Takhion can fly at an altitude of approximately 4,000 meters and has an operational range of up to 40 kilometers from the GCS, depending on the skill of its two operators. Apart from reconnaissance, the drone can serve as an airborne cellular relay for low-altitude ground communication sources, enhancing its versatility in the field.
Dimensions
Length
INA
Height
INA
Wingspan
2.0 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight
7 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
1 x electric motor drives the twin-blade propeller unit on the nose.
Engine Type
Battery
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Speed
100 km/h
Maximum Range
40 km
Service Ceiling
4,000 m
Endurance
2 hours
Image Sources
Notes
https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q25394263; https://m.163.com/ent/photoview/0001/109954.html; https://en.topwar.ru/130557-malyy-bespilotnyy-letatelnyy-apparat-tahion.html; https://armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/army-news-2016/russian-troops-have-used-an-upgraded-version-of-tachyon-uav-during-military-exercise-in-serbia-tass-10911165?highlight=WyJydXNzaWEiXQ%3D%3D;
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
T
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
2 m
Height
—
Weight
7 kg
Operators (1)
Russia
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