U.S. sending lethal mini-drones to Ukraine
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The Switchblade is a single-use drone that can be carried in a backpack and used to strike targets by crashing into them
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Explosive: Similar in size to Claymore mine and designed to take out infantry and artillery targets

Twin tailplane 
Propeller
Electric motor
Backpackable
Wings: Unfold upon launch

Handheld controller: Drone sends live colour video to control unit. Upon identifying target, decision to kill is made at level of platoon commander or soldier

Camera and GPS sensors for target acquisition

Unit cost: $6,000

Switchblade 300
Weight 2.5kg 
Length 60cm 
Speed* 100km/h
Range  10km
Endurance  15 mins
*Cruise

Aerial
View finder cover: Protects from sunlight

Launch tube resembles mortar


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Sources: AeroVironment, Army Recognition, Business Insider
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