ZALA KYB-UAV

History of the ZALA KYB-UAV

The ZALA KYB-UAV is a Russian unmanned aircraft designed to function as a smart missile, targeting ground enemies as a loitering munition. Developed by ZALA AERO, it offers cost-effective support for frontline operations. ZALA focuses on producing user-friendly, precise, and quiet products.

The aircraft features a distinct design with streamlined wings and a rear propeller, offering enhanced control. Its compact size, measuring 8.26 inches in length, 37.4 inches in wingspan, and 6.49 inches in height, allows speeds of up to 80 miles per hour and a 30-minute flight time. With a payload capacity of 6.6 pounds, it can engage targets effectively.

Once airborne, the aircraft identifies and engages its target before being expended. This technology gained attention during the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, highlighting its operational significance in conflict scenarios.

Specification

Basics

Year of Operatio: 2020

Origin: Russia

Status: Active.

Crew: 0

Productio: 500

Manufacturer: ZALA Aviation Group - Russia

Operator: Russia

Roles

Ground attack (bombing, strafing)

The ability to conduct air strikes against ground targets using (but not limited to) artillery, bombs, rockets, rockets, etc.

Disable support (CAS)

Designed to operate near active ground elements with a wide range of air-to-surface weapon and ammunition options.

Special Forces

Serve special forces/special operations forces and missions.

Unmanned

Aircraft designed (or later developed) have inherent unmanned capabilities and can fill a variety of battlefield roles.

Notable features

All-electric

The design uses an all-electric powerplant for propulsion.

Sturdy aircraft frame

The inherent ability of the airframe to take significant damage.

Unmanned operation

The design features the ability to fly without a pilot, with actions controlled by onboard programming and/or ground operators.

Camera equipment

Payload supports photographic devices that provide still and/or live image/video results.

Dimensions and Weights

Width/Span: 3.1 feet (0.95m)

Cured weight: 13 lbs (6kg)

MTOW: 13 lbs (6kg)

Main Plane Structure

Monoplane

Designed to use a single main wing main aircraft; this is the most popular arrangement of main aircraft.

Central Install

The main aircraft is mounted below the center on the sides of the fuselage.

Triangle, Crank

The delta plan is mostly traditional, except that the leading edge is angled differently, while the trailing edge remains straight.

Performance

Installed: 1 x electric motor drives the two-bladed propeller unit at the rear of the fuselage, arranged for thrust.

Maximum speed: 81 km/h (130 km/h | 70 kn)

Cruising speed: 62 km/h (100 km/h | 54 knots)

Maximum speed difference: +19 km/h (+30 km/h | 16 kn)

Maximum: 984 feet (300 m | 0 km)

Area: 40 km (65 km | 120 nautical miles)

Weapons

1 x 3 kg consumable payload.