China promotes clone of Russian suicide drone in Pakistan

[Zarvan]

A Chinese company, Bieberg, has launched a promotional campaign in Pakistan to market its new loitering munition, the FY-70, which bears a striking resemblance to the Russian-made KYB drone developed by the Kalashnikov Concern.

The FY-70 is being promoted as a highly effective suicide drone, a class of loitering munition that has proven increasingly important in modern warfare.

The FY-70, with its delta-wing design, closely mirrors the Russian KYB both in appearance and function. Loitering munitions like the KYB are used to engage fixed, soft targets or targets of opportunity, and can also be equipped with optical payloads for reconnaissance. The drone hovers in the air, scanning for targets, before diving vertically to strike from above—a tactic particularly useful against armored vehicles, as it can exploit the thin armor on the top of tanks and other vehicles.


However, the key difference between the FY-70 and its Russian counterpart lies in the propulsion system. While the Russian KYB uses an electric motor, limiting its operational range and capabilities, the FY-70 is powered by an internal combustion engine, offering enhanced performance, especially in terms of flight duration and range.


Russian KYB

Chinese FY-70

Sources suggest that even Russian forces have shown interest in the Chinese-made FY-70, with reports indicating they may be purchasing a version labeled the “Harpy-A1.”

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[Asfandyar Bhittani]

It's a shame that Pakistan has not yet mass produced it's own loitering munitions, especially in peace time, relatively speaking

The only reason Russia had to reach out to the Iranians was because of their own very high expenditure of ammunition. While it hasn't happened yet, There is no excuse buying these off the shelf instead of producing own. No technological leap needed.

 

[LeGenD]

Russian variant will be quieter and with smaller rcs due to use of electric motor. Chinese version has a propellent that increase range but the drone will be easier to detect and engage as well.

 

[Analyst]

Russian variant will be quieter and with smaller rcs due to use of electric motor. Chinese version has a propellent that increase range but the drone will be easier to detect and engage as well.

Second is better even despite the negatives if you plan to use it on Afghanistan

First is better if you plan to use it on India

 

[Raj-Hindustani]

Second is better even despite the negatives if you plan to use it on Afghanistan

First is better if you plan to use it on India

Oh okay

So what about definitely response from Indian side?

 

[Analyst]

Oh okay

So what about definitely response from Indian side?

Are you slow in the head? Everyone expects a response during war or conflict.

 

[Raj-Hindustani]

Russian variant will be quieter and with smaller rcs due to use of electric motor. Chinese version has a propellent that increase range but the drone will be easier to detect and engage as well.

Developing loitering munitions, does not need rocket science or technology.

And Pakistan is not in war time, can be easily developed

 

[Raj-Hindustani]

Are you slow in the head?

Sorry, bro ... I just did what you did and responsed.... Acted on a foolish act..