Ukraine military to get DragonFire-style drone-killing lasers within months
Ukraine's deputy commander-in-chief, Brigadier General Andrii Lebedenko, announced that combat lasers capable of targeting drones could be fielded within two to three months. The Tryzub prototype, developed by Celebra Tech, is currently in final testing and can already engage FPV drones at 800‑900 meters and reconnaissance UAVs at about 1,500 meters. Ukrainian forces aim for a 95% drone interception rate as part of a multi‑layered air defense strategy.
- ▪The Tryzub system, a trailer‑mounted laser, is undergoing trials and is expected to be operational within the next few months.
- ▪Performance tests show it can destroy FPV drones at 800‑900 meters and reconnaissance UAVs at roughly 1,500 meters, with work toward longer ranges for Shahed drones.
- ▪Ukrainian officials have set a goal of achieving a 95% drone interception rate using lasers alongside other defense measures.
- ▪Brigadier General Andrii Lebedenko highlighted that the laser systems will outperform machine guns against aerial attack weapons.
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Pro Ukraine military to get DragonFire-style drone-killing lasers within months News By Rahim Amir Published 29 July 2026 A cost-effective anti-air solution to drones? When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: UK Ministry of Defence) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Ukraine's deputy commander-in-chief says combat lasers could reach the front within two to three monthsTryzub's own May 2026 figures, 800 to 900 meters against FPV drones and 1,500 meters against reconnaissance UAVs, are far below the three- to five-kilometer claims made by military…
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