The Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have become an integral part of Ukraine’s resistance. They are not only effective in attacking Russian forces, but also play a central role in gathering intelligence. Videos of the drone targeting and destroying Russian assets circulated on social media, which also boosted Ukraine’s propaganda efforts.
The drone, powered by an internal combustion engine, can travel at a maximum speed of more than 220 kilometers.
It can reach a maximum range of 300 kilometers and carry up to 300 liters of fuel.
The weapon, which was manufactured in Turkey, was first shipped to Ukraine in 2019.
It has been described by British Defense Secretary Ben Wallace as “incredibly important” in Ukraine’s resistance.
He said: “One of the ways in which they deliver close air support or real fire in depth is through the Turkish TB2 UAVs, which deliver ammunition on their artillery and indeed their supply lines, which are incredibly important to slow down or block. Russian march “.
According to Maya Carlin, an analyst at the Center for Security Policy, the drones are a “problem” for Putin.
She said the Kremlin leader “could not stop the UAV”, claiming the weapon had “proved to be an effective and deadly asset for the Ukrainian army”.
Ms Carlin wrote for national security platform19fortyfive.com, saying the weapon “truly represents the country’s defense lead over Russian invaders”.
Meanwhile, NATO allies also provided Ukraine with a large volume of high-tech anti-aircraft and tank weapons such as NLAWs, which were an integral part of Ukraine’s defense against Russian troops.
The UK has also supplied Ukraine with Mastiff armored vehicles, which can carry a crew of two plus eight troops.
But as the West increases its support for Ukraine, Russian forces appear to be running out of weapons.
Earlier today, Bretton-Gordon’s weapons expert Hamish spoke to Express.co.uk and claimed that Putin was “running out” of certain weapons, such as precision missiles.
A Western intelligence source echoed this, suggesting that the Kremlin may run out of supplies.
The official told the Washington Post: “There will come a time when the small progress Russia is making becomes unsustainable in light of the cost and they will need a substantial break to recover capacity.”