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Yolka (drone interceptor)

UAV / Droneconfirmed

Yolka (drone interceptor)

Yolka is a Russian handheld interceptor unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed to counter small enemy aerial drones. It was first reported in July 2025 and has been described in Russian media as a "fire-and-forget" anti-drone system intended for frontline and point-defense use.

Specifications

TypeUAV / Drone
OriginRussia
Introduced2025
StatusIn service
Weight1.3 kg
Speed230 km/h
Range3 km
Guidance systemFire-and-forget; EO+AI

Operators

CountryQuantityConfidence
Russia—confirmed

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