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Pakistan’s Advancements in Armed Drones and Loitering Munitions

<p style="text-align: justify;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj30lv4wioHuIvixaX8YfoQvlt37QxjynUsoSu1JF2igUlW7ZJBXLBHa4zaIheEZJESji38YxF5qdrPtPOOZpKJIrulz8Js6P8qaOshn0hPPhwOawaXvGjeoSP77aegaP4ovR9hbG3RCL6jZtJg3zEu3grw2Rf5R-1_3-y2Y4HenxJ-5ceXWaY_yze35w/s1208/Pakistan%20army%20GIDS%20Blaze-25%2050%2075%20Loitering%20Munitions%20.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="906" data-original-width="1208" height="240" loading="lazy" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj30lv4wioHuIvixaX8YfoQvlt37QxjynUsoSu1JF2igUlW7ZJBXLBHa4zaIheEZJESji38YxF5qdrPtPOOZpKJIrulz8Js6P8qaOshn0hPPhwOawaXvGjeoSP77aegaP4ovR9hbG3RCL6jZtJg3zEu3grw2Rf5R-1_3-y2Y4HenxJ-5ceXWaY_yze35w/s320/Pakistan%20army%20GIDS%20Blaze-25%2050%2075%20Loitering%20Munitions%20.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The Government of Pakistan dedicates resources to original defense technology development as the nation advances in both UAV development and loitering munitions construction. The innovations seek to enhance Pakistan's tactical operational force while creating an effective modern warfare defensive posture.<p></p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>GIDS Blaze Series </b><span style="text-align: left;"><b>Loitering Munitions</b></span></p><p style="text-align: justify;">GIDS introduced the Blaze series of loitering munitions with variants Blaze-25 Blaze-50 Blaze-75 through Global Industrial & Defence Solutions. The variations of the loitering munitions suit distinct operational requirements through their unique combinations of payload capabilities and operational duration along with operational range. This wide range of operational functionality transforms the Blaze series into a critical component for Pakistan's expanding loitering weapon system systems.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Shahpar-III UCAV</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">NESCOM produced the Shahpar-III through GIDS commercially which serves as a medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV). Recent engineering projects paired this system with tasks that include intelligence observation functions alongside surveillance and reconnaissance duties and direct combat missions. With its capacity to carry indigenous warfare the UCAV adapts effectively to several missions including maritime operations through its cargo of Barq missile and Al Battaar laser-guided bombs.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>POF Ababeel Drones</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">The Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) has developed the Ababeel series, which includes a range of UAVs and loitering munitions:</p><p style="text-align: justify;">V3-Neo Loitering Munition: This weapon system operates with a 2 kilogram warhead and achieves a 75-minute flight time while providing precise strike capabilities throughout-duration operations.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">V3-Bravo Loitering Munition: The reduced 300g warhead and 55-minute flight duration makes this design ideal for quick short range yet agile missions.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">MR-10A Armed Quadcopter: The MR-10A Armed Quadcopter becomes an effective close-range combat platform when it carries its standard RPG-like warhead payload which does not exceed 10 kg weight.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Cavalair Drones</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Cavalair has developed the Murtajiz and Hercules drone series, enhancing Pakistan’s UAV capabilities:</p><p style="text-align: justify;">MP-800TL Loitering Munition: This portable platform operates from a tube launch dimension and delivers a 1 kg warhead payload.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">MP-152FL Loitering Munition: This system executes missions needing big payloads through its ability to deliver 6 kg of warhead weight.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">MX-8 Armed Drone: The drone combines a 10 kg sensor payload with an option to fire multiple mortar shells including six 60 mm or four 81 mm weapons making it viable for both reconnaissance and strike operations.</p><p style="text-align: justify;"><b>Integrated Dynamics UAVs</b></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Integrated Dynamics has contributed to Pakistan’s UAV advancements with several innovative systems:</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Hummer M3C Armed Drone: The drone features a 15 kg payload capability to deliver IDM micro munitions accurately for precise impacts.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">Nishan MK2 Loitering Munition: Target drone development has led to offensive operations capability which now integrates a 15 kg weapon system.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">E-RAD Micro Loitering Munition: This system maintains its compact design but carries a lightweight 0.5 kg warhead perfect for targeting specific military objectives in special operations.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">The usage of loitering munitions and armed drones within Pakistan's military force brings multiple strategic benefits. High precision attacks through these systems reduce unintended losses during operational engagement. Cleared munitions combined with drones provide specific tactical solutions for dissimilar warfare conditions. Our homegrown production of these technologies helps decrease both supplier dependence and expenses.</p><p style="text-align: justify;">UAV technology advancements by Pakistan demonstrate the nation's dedication to defense self-sufficiency and innovation development. Both enhanced national safety and rising presence in the international UAV industry result from these developments.</p>

Pakistan’s Advancements in Armed Drones and Loitering Munitions

The Government of Pakistan dedicates resources to original defense technology development as the nation advances in both UAV development and...