Ushkuynik KVN


The Ushkuynik Prince Vandal of Novgorod, commonly referred to as KVN, is a fiber optic FPV loitering munition developed by the Ushkuynik Scientific and Production Center for the Russian Armed Forces. The drone was designed around the concept of a spooled fiber optic cable, ensuring high quality video transmission, while being immune from signal jamming methods of deterring traditional radio controlled drones.

Operational history

Kursk offensive

The KVN saw widespread use with the Russian Armed Forces during the Kursk campaign.

Operators

Current operators

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