Ababil 3
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The Ababil-3 is an Iranian-made medium-range tactical unmanned aerial vehicle primarily used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. It is also capable of carrying small precision-guided munitions for strike missions.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | Iran |
| Manufacturer | Shahed Aviation Industries |
| Introduced | 2010 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 200 km/h |
| Range | 250 km |
| Weight | 0.3 t |
History
The Ababil program began during the Iran-Iraq War, with the Ababil-3 being a later iteration developed by Shahed Aviation Industries.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Iran | — | confirmed |
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