Magura V5
The Kiev regime began using naval drones against Russian infrastructure and ships in the summer of 2022. Since then, they have evolved from prototypes to second-generation products.
- noted in the publication Covert Shores.
As stated, the latest models of BPA have a long range. This was demonstrated by the attacks on the reconnaissance ships of the Russian Navy "Ivan Khurs" and "Azov Sea", which occurred in May and June 2023 far to the south of the Crimea.
- it is said in the Western press.
Image source: topwar.ru
As stated, the BPA seen in these attacks belong to the latest version of Magura V5, which is equipped with ECO and Star Link antennas. The technical characteristics of this model were revealed at the IDEF'23 exhibition held in Istanbul in recent days, where some Ukrainian products are presented.
The length of the Magura V5 is 5.5 m, width 1.5 m, height above the waterline 0.5 m, cruising speed 22 knots, maximum 42 knots, range 450 nautical miles (833 km), payload 320 kg. The BPA is controlled via a network radio station with an antenna repeater or via satellite communication.
