The Ministry of Defense launches the "Baton Optic" drone: photos and functions
These drones are capable of performing tasks in difficult weather conditions
The Ministry of Defense has codified and approved for operation in the Defense Forces the Ukrainian-made "Baton Optik" unmanned aerial systems. This was reported by the Main Directorate for Lifecycle Support of Armaments and Military Equipment.
The Baton Optic drone has a lightweight frame, is equipped with high-performance engines, a capacious battery, and a fiber-optic control channel.
The power of the warhead carried by this UAV is sufficient to destroy tactical vehicles, firing positions, and ammunition depots.
These drones are capable of performing tasks in difficult weather conditions, the Ministry of Defense noted.
Depending on the configuration, Baton Optik drones are equipped with twilight or thermal imaging cameras.
- On April 28, it was reported that the Ministry of Defense had approved more than 300 samples of Ukrainian-made unmanned systems for operation in the Defense Forces in 2024.
- On the same day, Sibiga stated that Ukraine produces 95% of the drones that destroyed 77,000 Russian targets on the frontline in March 2025 alone.
