IVAN KHOMENKO
Ukrainian engineers have reverse-engineered the Russian “Molniya ” loitering munition to produce their own version, now named “Blyskavka .” The development was announced on August 5 by the volunteer group “Ostanniy Kapitalist,” which is currently raising funds to produce and deploy the new drones.
The “Blyskavka” replicates the design and aerodynamic layout of the original Russian model. Constructed using a wooden center section and dual longitudinal tubes in place of a traditional fuselage, the drone features a front-mounted electric motor and a battery positioned directly above the airframe. The wings and tail unit are made of wood with polymer coating.Comparison of Ukraine’s “Blyskavka” and Russia’s “Molniya” drones. (Source: Militarnyi)
According to technical specifications shared by developers, the Blyskavka has a maximum range of 40 kilometers, can reach altitudes of up to 2,000 meters, and carries a payload of up to 8 kilograms. The drone supports both remote and autonomous operation, and is equipped with an onboard camera system. It can be configured to carry different types of munitions, including cumulative charges for armored targets and fragmentation warheads for infantry or unprotected infrastructure.
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