Krunk (Armenian: Կռունկ; 'crane') is an Armenian unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) in service with the Armed Forces of Armenia.[1] It is intended for close reconnaissance, transmitting real-time video data (visual or infrared) or taking higher resolution still images.


The Krunk was demonstrated for the first time on September 21, 2011 during a military parade dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the independence of Armenia.[2]

The name refers to range of different models. Latest ones are Krunk-9 and Krunk-11.[citation needed]


Specifications

  • Crew: 0 (unmanned)
  • Capacity: 60 kg (132 lb)
  • Max speed kmh: 150 km/h (82 knots, 95 mph)
  • Endurance: 5 hours
  • Ceiling: 4500 m (13,150 ft)
  • Max ceiling: 5400 m (15,770 ft)
  • Length: 3.8 m (12 ft) (5 m (16 ft) with the wings spread out)

Service

See also

Category: Unmanned aerial vehicles of Armenia

References

  1. ^ "Armenia Claims Its Military Produces Drones". Radio Free Europe. 21 June 2011. Retrieved 9 May 2012.
  2. ^ Gary Mortimer (22 September 2011). "Armenian made UAVs on parade". sUAS News. Retrieved 9 April 2016.
Allikas: Https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krunk_UAV
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