Russian Shahed-136 Drones Now Carry 198lb Warheads

The Shahed-136, used by Russia as suicide bomber drones, saw their explosive load increase from 50 kg to 90 kg thanks to its new warheads.

Russia enhances Shahed drones with increased payload, shifting tactical reach and impact

The Russian Armed Forces have started deploying upgraded "Shahed" drones, equipped with a more significant payload of explosives. This signals …

Russian Shahed-136 drones now carry 198lb warheads

Russia’s Shahed-136 drones now carry 198lb warheads, doubling their power, Ukraine reports. New warheads target defenses, raising stakes in the drone warfare.

The updated Shaheds that Russia uses for attacks are becoming increasingly difficult to detect and destroy. Now the drones have received new types of engines, more powerful warheads and modern navigation systems. Aviation expert Konstantin Krivolap said this in a comment to the YouTube channel RBC-Ukraine. "You have to understand that 3-4 months ago, the Russians had an effectiveness of their strikes at the level of 2-5%, when we shot down from …

On the night of May 22, air defense forces shot down 18 Russian drones over the Mykolaiv region. The Mykolaiv regional military administration reported “On the night of May 22, air defense forces and means in the Mykolaiv region destroyed 18 UAVs of the “Shahed 131/136” type,” the report says. Recall that on the night of May 22, Russian troops attacked Mykolaiv and its suburbs with “Shahed 131/136” kamikaze drones. But as of this morning, there…

Despite Moscow's assurances of its interest in peace, Russia is launching vigorous attacks, including with Iranian-made drones. Impressions from Donetsk.