Ukraine Unveils Behemot Drone with 300 km Range for Military Operations

On May 26, 2026, Ukrainian defense companies GLEFA and Culver Aerospace introduced the Behemot drone, a kamikaze UAV inspired by the Shahed series, capable of striking targets up to 300 kilometers away. The drone features two warheads: a 40 kg high-explosive fragmentation warhead in the nose and a 35 kg thermobaric warhead in the rear. With a wingspan of 2.28 meters and a length of 2.2 meters, the Behemot can operate autonomously or in semi-automatic and FPV modes, and its low-altitude flight capability enhances its evasion of air defense systems. The drone has entered mass production and is already being utilized by Ukraine's Defense Forces. This development comes as Ukraine has significantly increased its drone production, tripling output in 2025 compared to the previous year, driven by a growing need for long-range strike capabilities amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

Key Points: • The Behemot drone has a flight range of 300 km and carries two warheads. • It is designed to fly at low altitudes, making it harder for air defenses to detect. • The drone has entered mass production and is currently in use by Ukraine's military.