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Russian UralDronZavod touts heavy fiber-optic FPV drone Upyr-18 output

The post claims ongoing/increasing production and recent combat use of the heavy fiber-optic drone “Upyr-18,” implying continued frontline deployment of tethered/fiber-optic FPVs that are harder to jam than RF-controlled drones. It also mentions “strike aircraft” produced by the same manufacturer, suggesting a broader UAV production line supporting operations.

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deployment2026-08-06Rybar claims UralDroneZavod continues shipments and increased production of Upyr-18 drones
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  • TG: Rybar (RU milblog) · https://t.me/rybar/82256
    Очень многие пишут в личку и спрашивают, что теперь будет с отгрузками Упырей. Официально сообщаю, что с отгрузками все в порядке, УралДронЗ