A squadron of special drones for two Ukrainian units

Campaign Goal

To purchase a specific set of combat and attack drones for two friendly military units. We will purchase them directly in Ukraine from a reputable local manufacturer. In total, we would like to purchase 80 Darts unmanned aerial vehicles (30 with thermal imaging and 20 with daytime cameras), 3 K-PILOT unmanned aerial complexes, and 1 Darts unmanned aerial complex.

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Who Are We Helping?

The "ARTAN" special unit is a highly effective special unit within the HUR MOU, the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, created in June 2022. The unit is made up of military intelligence officers with real combat experience and motivated volunteers. A significant number of athletes fight in the ranks of "Artan," including world-renowned champions from world and European championships. These fighters have been at the forefront of the most difficult tasks since the first days of the total Russian aggression. They went through the hell of the battles for Kyiv and Donbas, defended key cities such as Bakhmut, Kupiansk, and Chasiv Yar, liberated the Kharkiv region, and even changed the strategic situation in the Black Sea. Their daring operations behind enemy lines and their crucial role in unblocking the grain corridor testify to their indomitable will and professionalism. Artan soldiers secured the defense of Snake Island (Ostriv Zmijinyj) after it returned to Ukrainian control. However, the unit's most famous operation is the return to Ukrainian control of the so-called "Boiko Towers," oil and gas platforms off the coast of Crimea. Russia occupied these platforms in 2015 and, with the start of the full-scale invasion, used them for military purposes. Specifically, as heliports and for the placement of radar stations. President Volodymyr Zelensky has repeatedly praised their heroism and key contribution to the defense of Ukraine.

The 420th Separate Unmanned Systems Battalion of the "SEVER" headquarters, to which we have already delivered three WALK-1 Galka unmanned aircraft systems.

Currently, both military units are performing unmanned tasks in the Kursk, Pokrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia sectors. They provide aerial surveillance of the battlefield, conduct reconnaissance and corrections, and cooperate with attack drones in destroying enemy equipment and Russian Federation troop formations.

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What Will Be Purchased?

At the current stage of the war, Ukrainian defenders need equipment that will allow them to strike Russian occupiers deep behind the front lines. DARTS unmanned aerial vehicles are the ideal solution for several reasons: Ukrainian manufacturer, quality, and price: For many reasons, it is practical to purchase the system directly in Ukraine. Local soldiers are familiar with DARTS systems, and the manufacturer is known for its high quality and continuous innovation. Advanced technical features: Ukrainian-made DARTS represent a logical evolution of FPV drones. They are capable of covering distances of 40-50 km and reaching speeds of 160 km per hour. The attack DARTS has a 4-kilogram warhead.

These drones are used in conjunction with relay drones, which allows them to operate effectively at maximum range. The aircraft can search for a target while remaining in the air for up to 90 minutes. DARTS can "lock" onto a target a kilometer ahead. Resistance to radio-electronic warfare (REB): DARTS are equipped with a targeting system that ensures high accuracy even in conditions of intense electronic jamming.

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Technical parameters

maximum range – 40-50 km;

speed – up to 160 km/h;

explosive weight – 3.6 kg;

wingspan – 1.9 m;

fuselage length – 1.5 m.

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Drone Wars

This is part of a series of campaigns for purchasing specialized drones for Ukrainian units. We focus on advanced drones and control systems, which are then delivered to the units that need them. Contributions for regular drones can be made through our long-term campaign.