Ukraine Tests US-Made Guardian Interceptor Drones Launched from Unmanned Surface Vessels
Ukraine has reportedly tested the concept of launching US-made Guardian interceptor drones from an unmanned surface vessel (USV) deck. Unveiled at the DIH Naval Forge conference, the system aims to provide mobile air-defense capability deployable on rivers or at sea to protect coastal infrastructure from enemy drone attacks. The carrier platform uses a catamaran hull for enhanced stability.
Highlights
- Ukraine has reportedly tested launching US-made Guardian-series interceptor drones from a catamaran-hulled unmanned surface vessel (USV).
- The concept was unveiled at the DIH Naval Forge conference and targets the protection of coastal infrastructure from enemy UAV attacks.
- The Guardian-1 interceptor drone, made by US company Powerus, has a maximum range of 15 km, a top speed of 340 km/h, and a payload capacity of 0.5 kg.
- The carrier platform uses a catamaran hull design to enhance stability during operations on rivers or at sea.
- The identity, origin, and specifications of the Ukrainian USV involved in the tests have not been officially confirmed.
Ukraine has reportedly conducted tests of a concept involving the launch of US-made Guardian-series interceptor drones from the deck of an unmanned surface vessel (USV), drawing significant attention as an innovative approach to mobile air defense.
Concept Makes Its Public Debut
According to available information, the concept was formally presented at the DIH Naval Forge conference. The core idea is to provide a highly mobile air-defense capability that can be deployed on rivers or at sea, serving as a first line of defense against enemy UAV attacks on coastal infrastructure.
Catamaran Platform Design
The carrier platform features a catamaran hull, which is said to significantly improve stability on the water's surface. Containerized modules installed aboard the vessel house Guardian-series interceptor drones developed by US company Powerus (@powerus.usa).
Guardian-1 Interceptor Drone Specifications
Based on publicly available data, the key performance parameters of the Guardian-1 interceptor drone are as follows:
- Maximum operational range: approximately 15 km
- Maximum flight speed: approximately 340 km/h
- Maximum payload: 0.5 kg
Identity of Ukrainian USV Not Yet Confirmed
Notably, the identity, origin, and detailed specifications of the Ukrainian unmanned surface vessel used in this test have not yet been officially confirmed.
Sources: DIH Naval Forge, DOU
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