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Pakistan's UAV - Drone developments

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𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙖𝙡: 𝙋𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣'𝙨 𝙐𝙥𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙮 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 This sheds light on a few indeginous weapon systems that are under development in Pakistan - a testament to Pakistan's self-reliance in defence.

Aug 19, 2024

𝟭.) 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗵𝗽𝗮𝗿-𝗜𝗜𝗜 (𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝟰+ 𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗩)Successor to the Shahpar 1 & 2, The Shahpar 3 is a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UCAV presenting a leap forward in Pakistan’s domestic drone capabilities and is set to be unveiled at the upcoming IDEAS 2024 exhibition

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Azerbaijan’s decision to procure Pakistan’s Ranger VTOL UAV systems marks another step in strengthening military cooperation between the two nations. These Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) drones, known for their versatility, will significantly enhance Azerbaijan’s capabilities in artillery fire correction, intelligence gathering, and surveillance operations.

Key Features of the Ranger VTOL UAV:​

  1. Operational Flexibility:
    • The VTOL capability allows the UAV to operate in difficult terrains, making it highly effective in Azerbaijan's mountainous regions.
    • It can be deployed without the need for dedicated runways or complex infrastructure.
  2. Applications in the Armenia Conflict:
    • Azerbaijan can use these UAVs for precision targeting in artillery operations, improving strike accuracy and reducing collateral damage.
    • Enhanced real-time intelligence will allow better monitoring of Armenian troop movements and defensive positions.
  3. Strengthening Azerbaijan-Pakistan Ties:
    • The sale underscores the growing defense cooperation between Azerbaijan and Pakistan, rooted in mutual strategic interests and historical ties.
    • This collaboration also reflects Azerbaijan’s trust in Pakistan’s indigenous defense manufacturing capabilities, which have matured in recent years.
  4. Countering Indian Support to Armenia:
    • Armenia’s military collaboration with India, including the procurement of weapon systems like the Pinaka rocket launchers, has intensified the regional arms race.
    • The Ranger VTOL UAVs will provide Azerbaijan with an effective countermeasure, enhancing its battlefield awareness and response capabilities.

Strategic Implications:​

  • For Azerbaijan: The addition of Pakistani UAVs strengthens its arsenal, providing a critical edge in modern warfare, where drones play an increasingly decisive role.
  • For Pakistan: This deal boosts its defense exports and highlights its growing reputation as a producer of reliable and cost-effective military technologies.
  • For the Region: The UAV acquisition reflects the ongoing geopolitical rivalry in the South Caucasus, further influenced by external players like India and Turkey.
This move aligns with Azerbaijan’s broader strategy of leveraging advanced technologies to maintain a strategic advantage in its long-standing conflict with Armenia.

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Pakistan unveils the Qaswa Industries' Azb-81 Long Range Small Diameter Bomb (LR-SDB).
The precision-guided munition has a 250-lbs weight and has a standoff attack range of 200 kilometers, with an imaging infrared (IIR) seeker:

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