ZALA LANCET-3 Russian Loitering Munition Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
ZALA LANCET-3
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Other
Basic Information
Name
ZALA LANCET-3 Russian Loitering Munition Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
ZALA LANCET-3
Alternate Designation
ZALA LANCET-3
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Zala Aero Group
Date of Introduction
2019
Description
The ZALA LANCET-3 Russian Loitering Munition Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is equipped with several aiming systems: coordinate, electro-optical, and combined systems.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine
Electric
Max Speed
110.0 km/h
Range
40.0 km
Endurance
40.00 hrs
Variants
ZALA LANCET-1
Loitering munition ZALA LANCET-1 is equipped with several aiming systems: coordinate, electro-optical and combined systems.
System
Alternate Designation
ZALA LANCET-3
Type
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle UAV)
Manufacturer
Zala Aero Group
Design
The Lancet-3 loitering munition consists of precision strike components, reconnaissance, navigation, and communications modules. The design of the Lancet-3 is based on a cylindrical fuselage with two pairs of X-shaped wings mounted at the front and rear of the fuselage. It incorporates a rear-facing pusher-prop arrangement in contrast to the more conventional puller-prop layout.
Navigation System
INA
Operating Temperature
-40°С … +50°С
Maximum Payload Capacity
3 kg
Fuze Type
Pre-contact fuze
Launch Method
Lancet can be launched via catapult launcher from ground or sea platforms like the Raptor-class patrol boats. The Zala KPU-51 launcher station allows for the fast launch of larger variants of the Lancet drone series, particularly the Izdeliye-51 model, which features a more powerful warhead and an extended operational range. The KPU-51’s design focuses on simplicity and speed, reducing the complexity and time required to deploy these drones. Its compactness makes it highly portable and adaptable to various field conditions, whether in urban combat zones or rugged landscapes. This flexibility is particularly valuable in fast-moving, high-intensity operations, where rapid response times can be the difference between success and failure. The launcher’s portability enables military units to quickly reposition and adapt to dynamic combat environments, ensuring that loitering munitions are ready to engage targets as needed.
Note #1
The Lancet-3 can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and strike missions. According to Zala Aero engineers, it can be also used in air mining roles. It is a smart multipurpose weapon, capable of autonomously finding and hitting a target. It can transmit video, which allows for confirming successful target engagement. It features autonomous flight operations made possible through onboard artificial intelligence or pre-programming.
Dimensions
Length
INA
Wingspan
INA
Height
INA
Takeoff Weight
12 kg
Maximum Payload Capacity
3 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Speed
110 km/h
Maximum Range
40 km
Maximum Altitude
INA
Operational Altitude
INA
Endurance
40 min
Communications
Note
The ZALA LANCET-3 Russian Loitering Munition Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) has a video communication channel that broadcasts target image to confirm the target engagement.
Image Sources
Notes
https://sputnikglobe.com/20230515/what-is-the-lancet-kamikaze-drone-and-what-makes-it-so-deadly-1110378634.html; https://www.rt.com/russia/462608-kalashnikov-russian-kamikaze-drone/; https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3781231-russia-uses-lancets-to-attack-priority-targets-british-intel-report.html;
Details
Country of Origin
Russia
Category
UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
Z
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
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Width
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Height
—
Weight
12 kg
Operators (1)
Russia
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