Context:
The Indian Army has successfully conducted trials of indigenous Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drones capable of striking enemy artillery positions across the border, marking a major leap in India’s drone warfare capabilities.
RUDRASTRA UAV by Solar Aerospace and Defence Ltd (SDAL)
- Indigenous combat drone named Rudrastra tested on June 12, 2025.
- Maximum range: 170 km
- Endurance: ~1.5 hours (including loiter time)
- Warhead type: Airburst munition capable of wide-area destruction from altitude.
Features and Capabilities
- Equipped with precision-guided warheads for anti-personnel and infrastructure targets.
- Live video relay, real-time surveillance, and autonomous navigation supported.
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