Ukraine 🇺🇦 Unleashes 365-Km/H Skazhenyi Interceptor With Plans to Build 5,000 a Month

08/04/2026

Ukraine has developed a new high-speed interceptor drone designed to engage Russian unmanned aircraft at altitudes of up to 10,000 meters, with the first units expected to begin combat operations in August.

The interceptor, named Skazhenyi—Ukrainian for “rabid”—was developed by UV Military Cluster in cooperation with air defense personnel operating in the southern city of Odesa, according to Militarnyi on August 3.

“The first drones will be sent on combat missions next week. We are confident in the result because we have nine months of interception experience and understand the tactics of their use well. The project was implemented jointly with the air defense personnel from Odesa,” UV Military Cluster told Militarnyi.

The vertical-takeoff-and-landing drone is available in two configurations intended for different operational scenarios. A wingless version can reach speeds of up to 365 kilometers per hour, while the winged model has a maximum speed of 310 kilometers per hour.

The aircraft has a maximum flight range of 45 kilometers and a tactical operating radius of approximately 25 kilometers. It can remain airborne for up to 30 minutes, according to specifications provided by the manufacturer.

Although its standard operating altitude is listed as 200 meters, the drone is designed to climb as high as 10,000 meters. It can carry a payload weighing up to 0.5 kilograms.