The Ukrainian state-owned company has developed the MAGURA V5 maritime attack drone

At the International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2023), the details of the new Ukrainian maritime UAV MAGURA V5 were revealed.

The new MAGURA V5 attack marine drone was developed by the Ukrainian state company SpetsTechnoExport, the National Industrial Portal reports.

The V-type Maritime Autonomous Guard Unmanned Robotic Apparatus (in English Maritime Autonomous Guard Unmanned Robotic Apparatus, or MAGURA for short) is a new generation multi-purpose unmanned surface drone developed in Ukraine.

The UAV can perform a variety of operations, such as surveillance, reconnaissance, patrolling, search and rescue, mine countermeasures, naval protection, and combat missions.

The hydrodynamic body and sleek profile allow the drone to move stealthily and with excellent maneuverability. The V5’s unmanned control minimizes the need for human resources to complete missions, reducing potential fatalities when operating in harsh environments.

Declared characteristics:

• length: 5500 mm or 5.5 m;

• width: 1500 mm, or 1.5 m;

• height above the waterline: 500 mm;

• cruising speed: 22 knots;

• maximum speed: 42 knots;

• range: 450 nautical miles (approximately 833 km);

• payload 320 kg;

• communication: mesh radio with aerial repeater or satellite communication.

The International Defense Industry Fair (IDEF 2023) takes place from July 25 to 28 in Istanbul (Turkey).