Loading video...

Video Failed to Load

There was a problem loading this video. This could be due to a temporary network issue or the video might be unavailable.

Extended Range Guided MLRS adds a higher-energy, slightly larger-diameter motor and other refinements to the baseline 70+ km #GMLRS, enabling tail-controlled flight beyond 150 km while retaining six rounds per MFOM pod and space for future seekers against moving ground /maritime, or radiating targets. The shift from 70+ to... show more

AirPower | MIL-STD

21,864 subscribers

17,522 views • 10 months ago •via X (Twitter)

Anya Rossi• Live Now

Private livecam show

0 Comments

No comments available

Comments from the original post will appear here

Related Videos

Frankenburg Mark I missile in a short-range air-defence engagement against a Shahed-type target The video shows the Mark I missile in a live-fire test, demonstrating: - Launch of a moving fixed-wing Class III target drone (200 km/h) - Target detection and tracking by an external sensor and C2 system - Mark I missile launch from a tripod system - Terminal guidance at high sub-sonic interceptor speed (exceeding 1,000 km/h) - Proximity-based warhead initiation and in-air target defeat - Controlled descent of target debris for range safety Missiles matter in defence for one simple reason: speed. Mark I uses a solid-fuel rocket motor to generate missile-class closing speed, enabling intercepts at short-range (<2 km). The system is intended to engage low- and slow-flying one-way attack drones with propellers (150–200 km/h), as well as faster targets using jet engines (450–600 km/h), including swarm-type systems. Mark I is the world’s smallest and lowest-cost guided missile, built from commercially available components and engineered for localised, sovereign mass production by Frankenburg Technologies. #Wintech

Frankenburg Mark I missile in a short-range air-defence engagement against a Shahed-type target The video shows the Mark I missile in a live-fire test, demonstrating: - Launch of a moving fixed-wing Class III target drone (200 km/h) - Target detection and tracking by an external sensor and C2 system - Mark I missile launch from a tripod system - Terminal guidance at high sub-sonic interceptor speed (exceeding 1,000 km/h) - Proximity-based warhead initiation and in-air target defeat - Controlled descent of target debris for range safety Missiles matter in defence for one simple reason: speed. Mark I uses a solid-fuel rocket motor to generate missile-class closing speed, enabling intercepts at short-range (<2 km). The system is intended to engage low- and slow-flying one-way attack drones with propellers (150–200 km/h), as well as faster targets using jet engines (450–600 km/h), including swarm-type systems. Mark I is the world’s smallest and lowest-cost guided missile, built from commercially available components and engineered for localised, sovereign mass production by Frankenburg Technologies. #Wintech

Frankenburg Technologies

288,069 views • 7 months ago

🇹🇷 Turkey has officially unveiled its next generation cruise missile designed for high precision strikes on both land and naval targets, the Çakır. 🔹 Range exceeding 150 km 🔹 INS/GNSS guided navigation system 🔹 Maritime strike capability 🔹 Low altitude flight profile with reduced radar cross section Ankara continues to expand its indigenous precision strike arsenal, strengthening its stand off capabilities across land and sea.

WAR

29,351 views • 6 months ago

NEWS: BYD today ‌unveiled its second-generation Blade Battery with "Flash Charging 2.0" • LFP • Peak charging speed: 1,500kW • 20% to 97% charge in under 12 minutes, even at -20°C (-4°F) • Charges 10% to 70% in 5 mins • 5% higher energy density • BYD has increased the guaranteed capacity retention rate by 2.5% and promised a lifetime warranty on the battery cells • Delivers a driving range of up to 1,006 km (621 miles) on the (optimistic) CLTC cycle, an improvement from the ~600 km (373 miles) range in the first-generation Blade Battery. The new battery would likely mean a 450 mile range if tested on the EPA cycle. • Ten BYD models will be the first to feature the battery • The Yangwang U7, equipped with a 150-kWh battery pack, "achieves a pure electric range of 1,006 km, while the fully electric Denza Z9GT have a range of up to 1,036 km" on CLTC cycle. BYD also aims to expand its "Flash Charging" network to 20,000 stations by the end of 2026, including 2,000 on highways. The company had built more than 4,000 stations as of March 5. However, keep in mind that in the past BYD has been slow to roll out promised ultra fast charging infrastructure expansion.

NEWS: BYD today ‌unveiled its second-generation Blade Battery with "Flash Charging 2.0" • LFP • Peak charging speed: 1,500kW • 20% to 97% charge in under 12 minutes, even at -20°C (-4°F) • Charges 10% to 70% in 5 mins • 5% higher energy density • BYD has increased the guaranteed capacity retention rate by 2.5% and promised a lifetime warranty on the battery cells • Delivers a driving range of up to 1,006 km (621 miles) on the (optimistic) CLTC cycle, an improvement from the ~600 km (373 miles) range in the first-generation Blade Battery. The new battery would likely mean a 450 mile range if tested on the EPA cycle. • Ten BYD models will be the first to feature the battery • The Yangwang U7, equipped with a 150-kWh battery pack, "achieves a pure electric range of 1,006 km, while the fully electric Denza Z9GT have a range of up to 1,036 km" on CLTC cycle. BYD also aims to expand its "Flash Charging" network to 20,000 stations by the end of 2026, including 2,000 on highways. The company had built more than 4,000 stations as of March 5. However, keep in mind that in the past BYD has been slow to roll out promised ultra fast charging infrastructure expansion.

Sawyer Merritt

501,112 views • 6 months ago

🚨🇷🇺 NATO IN PANIC: RUSSIA’S LONGER-RANGE ISKANDER-1000 BALLISTIC MISSILE MAKES COMBAT DEBUT Russia has reportedly used its upgraded 9M723-2 ballistic missile for the first time during a combined strike on Kiev this summer. Provisionally known as Iskander-1000, the new version allows Russian mobile launchers to hit the same targets from deeper behind the front, widening the area NATO-supported surveillance and strike assets must search. 🔸 Extended range: An enlarged solid-fuel motor increases the missile’s maximum range from 390 to 550 km, giving Russian crews an additional 160 km of operational depth. 🔸 More possible launch sites: Additional reach allows Iskander crews to disperse across a much larger area while keeping Kiev and other targets within range. Ukrainian forces must locate, identify and strike a mobile launcher before it fires and changes position again. 🔸 Mature design: Most of the 9M723-2 remains identical to the existing Iskander missile. The main changes are the enlarged motor and a modified launcher capable of accommodating it, allowing Russia to gain range without developing an entirely new missile architecture. 🔸 Difficult interception: The Iskander family combines high speed with a maneuvering quasi-ballistic trajectory that leaves Patriot crews only minutes to react. The upgraded missile retains this flight profile while adding greater reach. 🔸 Not yet 1,000 km: Despite its provisional Iskander-1000 name, the combat version has a stated range of 550 km. The 1,000-km figure is associated with a further extended-range version still under development. 🔸 New missile system: The 9M723-2 forms part of a system designated Bora-M, built around the enlarged missile and its modified mobile launcher. The longer range increases the survivability of Russia’s mobile launchers before firing and preserves the interception challenge after launch. NATO-backed intelligence assets must now monitor a larger region, distinguish real launchers from decoys and pass targeting data to Ukrainian weapons before the systems move again. Russia has expanded the Iskander’s reach while retaining most of a missile already manufactured and used at scale. Which matters more: the missile’s longer range or its maneuverability?

NewRulesGeopolitics

10,300 views • 16 days ago

‼️🇺🇸🇮🇷 BIG | The United States conducted another long-range strike against targets deep inside Iran overnight, with a pair of B-1B Lancer strategic bombers departing from RAF Fairford on a flight profile similar to a previous mission. According to available information, only one of the bombers continued to Iran, while the second aircraft turned back and returned to RAF Fairford approximately six hours after takeoff. The B-1B that reached the target area reportedly carried JDAM precision-guided bombs, striking military targets located far beyond the effective range of tactical fighter aircraft or ground-based strike systems such as HIMARS. The mission also highlights an important operational trend. Instead of relying on long-range cruise missiles, the U.S. once again employed a strategic bomber with guided bombs, a choice that underscores the continuing shortage of JASSM and other long-range precision cruise missiles while maintaining the ability to hit heavily defended targets deep inside Iranian territory. See the latest updates with us: Visioner

Visioner

51,269 views • 1 month ago

❗️❗️❗️🇺🇦🇫🇷 GOOD NEWS | “Following yesterday’s agreement with Emmanuel Macron, Ukraine will test a new SAMP/T air defense system capable of intercepting ballistic targets. At the moment, it is the only European alternative to the Patriot system. We expect to receive it from France this year,” — Zelensky said. 🔵 To clarify the situation: 🔹 According to previous reports, Ukraine has already received two SAMP/T air defense batteries from France and Italy, but they cannot currently intercept ballistic missiles, as they lack the latest anti-ballistic interceptors and modern radars required for that mission. The previously supplied ASTER-15 air defense missiles, with a range of about 30 km, are mainly designed to intercept aerodynamic targets such as cruise missiles, aircraft, helicopters, and drones. 🔸 Zelensky’s latest statement suggests two important developments regarding the upgrade of these SAMP/T systems to counter Russian ballistic missiles: 1️⃣ The deployment of the modern AESA radar Ground Fire 300 — a multifunctional radar capable of detection and target tracking at distances of 400–450 km, allowing effective engagement of ballistic targets. 2️⃣ The delivery of ASTER-30 interceptor missiles, equipped with active radar seekers. •Against aerodynamic targets, the range reaches up to 120 km. •Against ballistic missiles: ▪️ ASTER-30 Block 1 can intercept targets at 30–35 km. ▪️ ASTER-30 Block 1NT can intercept ballistic missiles at 45–55 km. 📌 Interceptions are performed at altitudes of approximately 20–22 km.

❗️❗️❗️🇺🇦🇫🇷 GOOD NEWS | “Following yesterday’s agreement with Emmanuel Macron, Ukraine will test a new SAMP/T air defense system capable of intercepting ballistic targets. At the moment, it is the only European alternative to the Patriot system. We expect to receive it from France this year,” — Zelensky said. 🔵 To clarify the situation: 🔹 According to previous reports, Ukraine has already received two SAMP/T air defense batteries from France and Italy, but they cannot currently intercept ballistic missiles, as they lack the latest anti-ballistic interceptors and modern radars required for that mission. The previously supplied ASTER-15 air defense missiles, with a range of about 30 km, are mainly designed to intercept aerodynamic targets such as cruise missiles, aircraft, helicopters, and drones. 🔸 Zelensky’s latest statement suggests two important developments regarding the upgrade of these SAMP/T systems to counter Russian ballistic missiles: 1️⃣ The deployment of the modern AESA radar Ground Fire 300 — a multifunctional radar capable of detection and target tracking at distances of 400–450 km, allowing effective engagement of ballistic targets. 2️⃣ The delivery of ASTER-30 interceptor missiles, equipped with active radar seekers. •Against aerodynamic targets, the range reaches up to 120 km. •Against ballistic missiles: ▪️ ASTER-30 Block 1 can intercept targets at 30–35 km. ▪️ ASTER-30 Block 1NT can intercept ballistic missiles at 45–55 km. 📌 Interceptions are performed at altitudes of approximately 20–22 km.

NSTRIKE

70,401 views • 6 months ago

❗️ 🇱🇹 Lithuania has signed a €320 million agreement with SAAB to acquire RBS-70 Bolide systems, significantly reinforcing its short-range air defense. Deliveries are scheduled for 2026–2032, with the missiles mounted on JLTV platforms to enhance mobility and frontline protection. The system can engage aerial targets at ranges of up to 9 km, strengthening Lithuania’s resilience against modern air threats amid rising regional tensions. See the latest updates with us: NSTRIKE

❗️ 🇱🇹 Lithuania has signed a €320 million agreement with SAAB to acquire RBS-70 Bolide systems, significantly reinforcing its short-range air defense. Deliveries are scheduled for 2026–2032, with the missiles mounted on JLTV platforms to enhance mobility and frontline protection. The system can engage aerial targets at ranges of up to 9 km, strengthening Lithuania’s resilience against modern air threats amid rising regional tensions. See the latest updates with us: NSTRIKE

NSTRIKE

23,333 views • 8 months ago

🚨🇮🇳 Drone threat? Meet India’s layered kill chain India is building a layered, multi-domain counter-drone ecosystem—blending indigenous innovation, strategic acquisitions, and tri-service integration to stay ahead in the evolving drone era. From micro-drone neutralization to large-area airspace defense, a new generation of homegrown anti-drone systems is taking shape: 1️⃣ D4: Designed to detect and neutralize micro and small UAVs within a 1–1.25 km range, delivering 360° coverage in both static and vehicle-mounted configurations. Developed by Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), produced by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). 2️⃣ Bhargavastra: Low-cost, AI-enabled hard-kill system built to counter drone swarms, combining guided and unguided micro-missiles, radar detection up to 6 km, and a 2.5 km strike range, with the ability to launch up to 64 micro-missiles simultaneously. 3️⃣ C-UAS (Counter-Unmanned Aerial System): A multi-layer, multi-sensor platform developed by Zen Technologies, integrating radar, camera-based tracking, GPS jamming, and kinetic interception to detect, track, and neutralise enemy drones. 4️⃣ Indrajaal: AI-powered autonomous defense system provides wide-area protection of up to 4,000 sq. km, enabling real-time detection, identification, and neutralization of aerial threats across critical infrastructure, including mobile patrol units. 5️⃣ Dronaam: A compact, indigenous solution offers directional and omnidirectional coverage, deployable as a rifle-style system or portable backpack unit for rapid, tactical counter-drone response.

🚨🇮🇳 Drone threat? Meet India’s layered kill chain India is building a layered, multi-domain counter-drone ecosystem—blending indigenous innovation, strategic acquisitions, and tri-service integration to stay ahead in the evolving drone era. From micro-drone neutralization to large-area airspace defense, a new generation of homegrown anti-drone systems is taking shape: 1️⃣ D4: Designed to detect and neutralize micro and small UAVs within a 1–1.25 km range, delivering 360° coverage in both static and vehicle-mounted configurations. Developed by Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), produced by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL). 2️⃣ Bhargavastra: Low-cost, AI-enabled hard-kill system built to counter drone swarms, combining guided and unguided micro-missiles, radar detection up to 6 km, and a 2.5 km strike range, with the ability to launch up to 64 micro-missiles simultaneously. 3️⃣ C-UAS (Counter-Unmanned Aerial System): A multi-layer, multi-sensor platform developed by Zen Technologies, integrating radar, camera-based tracking, GPS jamming, and kinetic interception to detect, track, and neutralise enemy drones. 4️⃣ Indrajaal: AI-powered autonomous defense system provides wide-area protection of up to 4,000 sq. km, enabling real-time detection, identification, and neutralization of aerial threats across critical infrastructure, including mobile patrol units. 5️⃣ Dronaam: A compact, indigenous solution offers directional and omnidirectional coverage, deployable as a rifle-style system or portable backpack unit for rapid, tactical counter-drone response.

Sputnik India

15,784 views • 5 months ago

🚨🇮🇷Real Reason Pentagon Is Losing Sleep: Iranian Top Drones Tehran has developed a diverse fleet of strike drones designed for different combat roles. In addition to the famous Shaheds, here are the top-notch Iranian drones that keep Pentagon planners awake at night: 1️⃣ Mohajer-6 — The tactical backbone of Iran's proxy forces. This drone is a battlefield multiplier, equipped with electro-optical sensors and capable of firing the Almas anti-tank missile with pinpoint accuracy. It has been exported and used in conflicts from the Caucasus to the Red Sea, systematically destroying armored vehicles and fortifications; 2️⃣ Mohajer-10 — The next evolution in strike capability. It boasts triple the range (2,000 km) and double the flight endurance (24 hours) of its predecessor. Most critically, it can carry a 300 kg payload, including up to six smart bombs or cruise missiles, allowing it to saturate small sections of an air defense network; 3️⃣ Kaman-22 — Iran's "wide-body" combat drone. With a 3,000 km range, it can reach the furthest US outposts. It carries a 300 kg payload of air-to-ground missiles and glide bombs, designed to hit command centers and radar sites deep behind enemy lines, far from the front; 4️⃣ Karrar — The jet-powered speed demon. Unlike propeller drones, the Karrar races to its target at high subsonic speeds. It can be configured as a swarm leader or as a "mini-cruise missile" itself, carrying a 225 kg warhead to strike time-sensitive targets before defenses can react; 5️⃣ Fotros — The heavy hitter. With a 2,000 km range and a 30-hour flight time, it carries up to six missiles. Its large airframe allows for powerful, advanced communication relays, meaning it can guide other drones or missiles to their targets while staying outside the immediate kill zone; 6️⃣ Arash-2 — A loitering munition specifically designed to hunt radars. Once a US Patriot or THAAD battery turns on its radar, the Arash-2, with a range exceeding 1,000 km, can home in on that emission and destroy the system, effectively blinding the base's air defense; 7️⃣ Hadid-110 (Dalaho) — A jet-powered stealth loitering munition fresh from real combat. It hits 510 km/h with a radar cross-section below 0.02 square meters, evading F-15E and E-3C detection. With a 350 km range and a 30 kg warhead, it precisely targets Persian Gulf infrastructure, slipping past Western defenses silently; 8️⃣ Meraj-521 — A man-portable loitering munition that fits in a backpack. With a 5 km range and interchangeable 500g-1kg warheads, it silently strikes bunkers and armor via live video feed. Launched in swarms from ground or air, it dismantles fortified positions without exposing a single soldier to return fire.

🚨🇮🇷Real Reason Pentagon Is Losing Sleep: Iranian Top Drones Tehran has developed a diverse fleet of strike drones designed for different combat roles. In addition to the famous Shaheds, here are the top-notch Iranian drones that keep Pentagon planners awake at night: 1️⃣ Mohajer-6 — The tactical backbone of Iran's proxy forces. This drone is a battlefield multiplier, equipped with electro-optical sensors and capable of firing the Almas anti-tank missile with pinpoint accuracy. It has been exported and used in conflicts from the Caucasus to the Red Sea, systematically destroying armored vehicles and fortifications; 2️⃣ Mohajer-10 — The next evolution in strike capability. It boasts triple the range (2,000 km) and double the flight endurance (24 hours) of its predecessor. Most critically, it can carry a 300 kg payload, including up to six smart bombs or cruise missiles, allowing it to saturate small sections of an air defense network; 3️⃣ Kaman-22 — Iran's "wide-body" combat drone. With a 3,000 km range, it can reach the furthest US outposts. It carries a 300 kg payload of air-to-ground missiles and glide bombs, designed to hit command centers and radar sites deep behind enemy lines, far from the front; 4️⃣ Karrar — The jet-powered speed demon. Unlike propeller drones, the Karrar races to its target at high subsonic speeds. It can be configured as a swarm leader or as a "mini-cruise missile" itself, carrying a 225 kg warhead to strike time-sensitive targets before defenses can react; 5️⃣ Fotros — The heavy hitter. With a 2,000 km range and a 30-hour flight time, it carries up to six missiles. Its large airframe allows for powerful, advanced communication relays, meaning it can guide other drones or missiles to their targets while staying outside the immediate kill zone; 6️⃣ Arash-2 — A loitering munition specifically designed to hunt radars. Once a US Patriot or THAAD battery turns on its radar, the Arash-2, with a range exceeding 1,000 km, can home in on that emission and destroy the system, effectively blinding the base's air defense; 7️⃣ Hadid-110 (Dalaho) — A jet-powered stealth loitering munition fresh from real combat. It hits 510 km/h with a radar cross-section below 0.02 square meters, evading F-15E and E-3C detection. With a 350 km range and a 30 kg warhead, it precisely targets Persian Gulf infrastructure, slipping past Western defenses silently; 8️⃣ Meraj-521 — A man-portable loitering munition that fits in a backpack. With a 5 km range and interchangeable 500g-1kg warheads, it silently strikes bunkers and armor via live video feed. Launched in swarms from ground or air, it dismantles fortified positions without exposing a single soldier to return fire.

𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐝 𝐙 🇷🇺🇮🇪

63,109 views • 5 months ago

Flapping-wing drones have been around for years... but the X-Fly Bionic Bird takes a different approach. Designed to mimic the motion of a real bird, it combines mechanical wing flapping with onboard stabilization for controlled flight. A six-axis gyro and G-sensors help counteract the vibrations caused by flapping, keeping it steady even in windy conditions. It has a 150-meter range, a replaceable battery for extended use, and a flexible frame designed to withstand crashes. Whether it’s a novelty or a step forward for bio-inspired flight remains to be seen!

Flapping-wing drones have been around for years... but the X-Fly Bionic Bird takes a different approach. Designed to mimic the motion of a real bird, it combines mechanical wing flapping with onboard stabilization for controlled flight. A six-axis gyro and G-sensors help counteract the vibrations caused by flapping, keeping it steady even in windy conditions. It has a 150-meter range, a replaceable battery for extended use, and a flexible frame designed to withstand crashes. Whether it’s a novelty or a step forward for bio-inspired flight remains to be seen!

Circuit

19,397 views • 1 year ago

🚨🇨🇳 PENTAGON IN PANIC: CHINA FLIES HEAVY DRONE WITH 1,900-KM RANGE AND VERTICAL TAKEOFF China’s 1.5-tonne Qizhi-5 heavy tiltrotor UAV completed an autonomous flight test at the Chuzhou test base on August 1, performing vertical takeoff, hover, transition into forward flight, manoeuvring and landing without requiring a runway. 🔸 The aircraft is designed to combine helicopter-style access with fixed-wing performance. Its stated specifications include a top speed of 450 km/h, a 300 kg payload and a maximum range of 1,900 km. 🔸 Power comes from the domestically developed CS35 modular turboshaft engine, rated at 350 kW. Its modular architecture is intended to simplify maintenance and allow the engine to support multiple aircraft types. 🔸 The most important part of the test was the autonomous transition between vertical and forward flight. During this phase, lift shifts from the rotors to the wings while the aircraft’s aerodynamics, controls and power demands change rapidly. 🔸 Completing the full sequence demonstrated that the airframe, propulsion system and flight-control software can operate together through the aircraft’s most technically demanding flight mode. 🔸 The developers say the programme has mastered six major areas: overall configuration, transmission, rotor design, flight control, structural engineering and aeroacoustic noise reduction. 🔸 Qizhi-5 is being promoted for cargo transport, surveillance, emergency response and other low-altitude operations. The same runway-independent design also offers clear value for military logistics, reconnaissance and operations from dispersed sites. The Qizhi-5 can lift vertically from a confined area and then travel at aircraft speeds across distances normally associated with fixed-wing drones. That combination gives China access to locations where conventional UAVs still need a runway. Which Qizhi-5 advantage matters most: vertical takeoff, 300 kg payload, 450 km/h speed or 1,900 km range?

🚨🇨🇳 PENTAGON IN PANIC: CHINA FLIES HEAVY DRONE WITH 1,900-KM RANGE AND VERTICAL TAKEOFF China’s 1.5-tonne Qizhi-5 heavy tiltrotor UAV completed an autonomous flight test at the Chuzhou test base on August 1, performing vertical takeoff, hover, transition into forward flight, manoeuvring and landing without requiring a runway. 🔸 The aircraft is designed to combine helicopter-style access with fixed-wing performance. Its stated specifications include a top speed of 450 km/h, a 300 kg payload and a maximum range of 1,900 km. 🔸 Power comes from the domestically developed CS35 modular turboshaft engine, rated at 350 kW. Its modular architecture is intended to simplify maintenance and allow the engine to support multiple aircraft types. 🔸 The most important part of the test was the autonomous transition between vertical and forward flight. During this phase, lift shifts from the rotors to the wings while the aircraft’s aerodynamics, controls and power demands change rapidly. 🔸 Completing the full sequence demonstrated that the airframe, propulsion system and flight-control software can operate together through the aircraft’s most technically demanding flight mode. 🔸 The developers say the programme has mastered six major areas: overall configuration, transmission, rotor design, flight control, structural engineering and aeroacoustic noise reduction. 🔸 Qizhi-5 is being promoted for cargo transport, surveillance, emergency response and other low-altitude operations. The same runway-independent design also offers clear value for military logistics, reconnaissance and operations from dispersed sites. The Qizhi-5 can lift vertically from a confined area and then travel at aircraft speeds across distances normally associated with fixed-wing drones. That combination gives China access to locations where conventional UAVs still need a runway. Which Qizhi-5 advantage matters most: vertical takeoff, 300 kg payload, 450 km/h speed or 1,900 km range?

NewRulesGeopolitics

16,903 views • 1 month ago

🔴🇬🇧 UK ARTILLERY UPGRADE: 72 RCH 155 HOWITZERS ORDERED The UK Royal Artillery is set to receive 72 RCH 155 self propelled howitzers in a nearly £1 billion deal, marking a major boost to Britain’s long range firepower. The advanced system can fire up to 8 rounds per minute and strike targets at ranges of up to 70 km, while operating with high mobility and reduced crew requirements. The move comes after the UK transferred older artillery systems to Ukraine, creating a capability gap now being rapidly replaced with next generation fire support. Source: UK Ministry of Defence

🔴🇬🇧 UK ARTILLERY UPGRADE: 72 RCH 155 HOWITZERS ORDERED The UK Royal Artillery is set to receive 72 RCH 155 self propelled howitzers in a nearly £1 billion deal, marking a major boost to Britain’s long range firepower. The advanced system can fire up to 8 rounds per minute and strike targets at ranges of up to 70 km, while operating with high mobility and reduced crew requirements. The move comes after the UK transferred older artillery systems to Ukraine, creating a capability gap now being rapidly replaced with next generation fire support. Source: UK Ministry of Defence

Defence Index

24,396 views • 4 months ago

$Had the honor of launching the weather balloon for upper air data collection in NOAA Boise NWS Boise. A radiosonde is a battery-powered instrument package attached to a weather balloon that measures atmospheric pressure, temperature, humidity, and wind speed as it ascends. Transmitting real-time data via radio to ground stations. The upper air data is crucial for input into weather models and useful for predicting severe damal dumeels. The radiosonde flight can last for more than two hours. During this time, the balloon can ascend to heights exceeding 35 km and drift over 200 km from the launch point. Throughout the journey, the radiosonde experiences extreme atmospheric conditions, including temperatures as low as -92°C and air pressures that are only a fraction of those at Earth’s surface. When the balloon has expanded beyond its elastic limit (20-25 feet in diameter) and bursts, the radiosonde returns to Earth via a small parachute. This slows its descent, minimizing the danger to life and property.$

Had the honor of launching the weather balloon for upper air data collection in NOAA Boise NWS Boise. A radiosonde is a battery-powered instrument package attached to a weather balloon that measures atmospheric pressure, temperature, humidity, and wind speed as it ascends. Transmitting real-time data via radio to ground stations. The upper air data is crucial for input into weather models and useful for predicting severe damal dumeels. The radiosonde flight can last for more than two hours. During this time, the balloon can ascend to heights exceeding 35 km and drift over 200 km from the launch point. Throughout the journey, the radiosonde experiences extreme atmospheric conditions, including temperatures as low as -92°C and air pressures that are only a fraction of those at Earth’s surface. When the balloon has expanded beyond its elastic limit (20-25 feet in diameter) and bursts, the radiosonde returns to Earth via a small parachute. This slows its descent, minimizing the danger to life and property.

Tamil Nadu Weatherman

38,851 views • 4 months ago

JUST IN: 🇬🇧🇺🇦🇷🇺 Britain’s 1,000-Km Strike Drones Are Taking The War Deep Into Russia, Moscow Erupts Britain has supplied Ukraine with long range attack drones capable of reaching up to 1,000 km, while British made drones are now reportedly being used in deep strikes against targets inside Russia. Among them is the Nyan, a jet powered precision strike drone developed by BAE Systems’ Callen Lenz, with a 2.9 metre wingspan. Other British supplied systems reportedly have dramatically longer reach, up to around 1,000 km, according to reporting on Ukraine’s deep strike campaign. The significance isn't just distance. Britain is expanding Ukraine's ability to hit high value targets far beyond the front line, while London has committed to providing 150,000 drones to Ukraine in 2026. 🇷🇺 Moscow has responded with warnings of “consequences” for Britain, accusing London of deepening its involvement in the war. 1,000 km of reach. British technology. Russian targets deep behind the front. And Moscow is furious.

JUST IN: 🇬🇧🇺🇦🇷🇺 Britain’s 1,000-Km Strike Drones Are Taking The War Deep Into Russia, Moscow Erupts Britain has supplied Ukraine with long range attack drones capable of reaching up to 1,000 km, while British made drones are now reportedly being used in deep strikes against targets inside Russia. Among them is the Nyan, a jet powered precision strike drone developed by BAE Systems’ Callen Lenz, with a 2.9 metre wingspan. Other British supplied systems reportedly have dramatically longer reach, up to around 1,000 km, according to reporting on Ukraine’s deep strike campaign. The significance isn't just distance. Britain is expanding Ukraine's ability to hit high value targets far beyond the front line, while London has committed to providing 150,000 drones to Ukraine in 2026. 🇷🇺 Moscow has responded with warnings of “consequences” for Britain, accusing London of deepening its involvement in the war. 1,000 km of reach. British technology. Russian targets deep behind the front. And Moscow is furious.

War Radar

409,588 views • 25 days ago

Strategic Bombers Are More Relevant Than Ever Decades ago, these aircraft had to fly directly over their targets to drop bombs. That era is over, and things have only gotten easier for them. Now they are standoff platforms capable of launching modern, heavy, long-range missiles (thousands of kilometers), including hypersonics, in large quantities, without ever entering contested airspace. This proves they are far from obsolete and have become massive flying weapons platforms. These bombers operate in squadrons, with missile ranges of 1,000–5,500 km (cruise) or around 2,000 km (hypersonic), devastating warheads, and launched in high numbers. Hypersonics like Kinzhal, YJ-21, and the future ARRW can evade modern defenses, while cruise missiles like JASSM and Kh-101 achieve saturation at a much lower cost. Russian glide bombs are being motorized to become an even cheaper option, and there are already configurations where bombers carry up to 20 glide bombs. Imagine 5 B-52H Stratofortress launching 20–24 stealth AGM-158 JASSM-ER missiles with 1,000 km range each. That’s over 100 missiles in a single salvo. Or 5 Tu-160M2 launching 6 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal each, or in another configuration up to 12 Kh-101 missiles per aircraft. If you want to go further: what navy could survive a squadron salvo from Chinese H-6 or H-20 launching 4–6 anti-ship hypersonic missiles with 1,500–2,000 km range? Strategic bombers are more relevant than ever and now operate much more safely. In the future, in possible larger conflicts, we’ll see waves of 20 bombers launching salvos of 150–250 missiles, overwhelming defenses and causing immense destruction. These platforms provide extended reach at a far lower cost than medium- or long-range ground launched missiles. Not to mention the low operating costs of the B-52, Tu-95, and H-6, with the latter probably having even lower costs. The trend is toward missiles and bombs with ever-greater range, lower cost, and modular designs to be launched from bombers. We can expect these aircraft to remain in service for at least another 20–30 years.

Strategic Bombers Are More Relevant Than Ever Decades ago, these aircraft had to fly directly over their targets to drop bombs. That era is over, and things have only gotten easier for them. Now they are standoff platforms capable of launching modern, heavy, long-range missiles (thousands of kilometers), including hypersonics, in large quantities, without ever entering contested airspace. This proves they are far from obsolete and have become massive flying weapons platforms. These bombers operate in squadrons, with missile ranges of 1,000–5,500 km (cruise) or around 2,000 km (hypersonic), devastating warheads, and launched in high numbers. Hypersonics like Kinzhal, YJ-21, and the future ARRW can evade modern defenses, while cruise missiles like JASSM and Kh-101 achieve saturation at a much lower cost. Russian glide bombs are being motorized to become an even cheaper option, and there are already configurations where bombers carry up to 20 glide bombs. Imagine 5 B-52H Stratofortress launching 20–24 stealth AGM-158 JASSM-ER missiles with 1,000 km range each. That’s over 100 missiles in a single salvo. Or 5 Tu-160M2 launching 6 Kh-47M2 Kinzhal each, or in another configuration up to 12 Kh-101 missiles per aircraft. If you want to go further: what navy could survive a squadron salvo from Chinese H-6 or H-20 launching 4–6 anti-ship hypersonic missiles with 1,500–2,000 km range? Strategic bombers are more relevant than ever and now operate much more safely. In the future, in possible larger conflicts, we’ll see waves of 20 bombers launching salvos of 150–250 missiles, overwhelming defenses and causing immense destruction. These platforms provide extended reach at a far lower cost than medium- or long-range ground launched missiles. Not to mention the low operating costs of the B-52, Tu-95, and H-6, with the latter probably having even lower costs. The trend is toward missiles and bombs with ever-greater range, lower cost, and modular designs to be launched from bombers. We can expect these aircraft to remain in service for at least another 20–30 years.

Patricia Marins

19,267 views • 7 months ago

Operators of the 413th «Raid» Regiment of the USF destroyed a Russian «Tor-M2» SAM system The target was detected and destroyed at a distance of over 100 km from the line of active combat in the temporarily occupied territory near the village of Berdianske, Zaporizhzhia region. The estimated cost of the system is at least $25 million. The strike was delivered by a domestic (Ukrainian-made) asset equipped with a powerful warhead, specifically designed for deep strikes against enemy targets. Key features of the «Tor-M2»: • Ammunition: 16 missiles per launcher (previous «Tor» modifications carried 8); • Engagement range: Up to 12 km against aerial targets, with an altitude of up to 10 km; • Capabilities: The enemy claims the «Tor-M2» is capable of firing while on the move and intercepting UAVs, guided aerial bombs, and rockets; • Crew: Three personnel (on the 9A331M2 combat vehicle). The «Raid» Regiment of the USF systematically weakens the occupiers' air defenses. This creates opportunities to strike enemy targets at any possible depth.

Operators of the 413th «Raid» Regiment of the USF destroyed a Russian «Tor-M2» SAM system The target was detected and destroyed at a distance of over 100 km from the line of active combat in the temporarily occupied territory near the village of Berdianske, Zaporizhzhia region. The estimated cost of the system is at least $25 million. The strike was delivered by a domestic (Ukrainian-made) asset equipped with a powerful warhead, specifically designed for deep strikes against enemy targets. Key features of the «Tor-M2»: • Ammunition: 16 missiles per launcher (previous «Tor» modifications carried 8); • Engagement range: Up to 12 km against aerial targets, with an altitude of up to 10 km; • Capabilities: The enemy claims the «Tor-M2» is capable of firing while on the move and intercepting UAVs, guided aerial bombs, and rockets; • Crew: Three personnel (on the 9A331M2 combat vehicle). The «Raid» Regiment of the USF systematically weakens the occupiers' air defenses. This creates opportunities to strike enemy targets at any possible depth.

RAID | 413 Regiment USF

89,687 views • 6 months ago

🚨🇺🇦🇺🇸🇹🇷🚀 Ukraine has purchased 70 M39 ATACMS ballistic missiles, 12 M270 multiple-launch rocket systems, and tens of thousands of cluster munitions from Türkiye, according to Ukrainian defense outlet Militarnyi. The transfer is detailed in U.S. State Department reports published in the official records of the U.S. Congress on August 6, 2026. The M270 is capable of launching both GMLRS guided rockets and ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles, significantly expanding Ukraine's long-range precision-strike capabilities. Because the weapons are of U.S. origin, their transfer from Türkiye to Ukraine requires Washington's approval for third-country re-export. The planned transfer was therefore published in the Congressional Record as part of the legally required U.S. authorization procedure. The acquisition is particularly significant because the 70 M39 ATACMS missiles, combined with additional M270 launchers and a large stock of cluster munitions, would provide Ukraine with another substantial package of firepower for striking Russian military concentrations, logistics, air-defense assets, and other high-value targets. See the latest updates with us: Visioner

🚨🇺🇦🇺🇸🇹🇷🚀 Ukraine has purchased 70 M39 ATACMS ballistic missiles, 12 M270 multiple-launch rocket systems, and tens of thousands of cluster munitions from Türkiye, according to Ukrainian defense outlet Militarnyi. The transfer is detailed in U.S. State Department reports published in the official records of the U.S. Congress on August 6, 2026. The M270 is capable of launching both GMLRS guided rockets and ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles, significantly expanding Ukraine's long-range precision-strike capabilities. Because the weapons are of U.S. origin, their transfer from Türkiye to Ukraine requires Washington's approval for third-country re-export. The planned transfer was therefore published in the Congressional Record as part of the legally required U.S. authorization procedure. The acquisition is particularly significant because the 70 M39 ATACMS missiles, combined with additional M270 launchers and a large stock of cluster munitions, would provide Ukraine with another substantial package of firepower for striking Russian military concentrations, logistics, air-defense assets, and other high-value targets. See the latest updates with us: Visioner

Visioner

43,790 views • 1 month ago