Key Features and Specifications:
Design: The Zala 421-08 features a flying-wing design, powered by an electric motor with a two-blade propeller mounted at the front. Navigation is ensured by the GPS/GLONASS system (Wikipedia) (Military Factory).
Performance:
- Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2.5 kg
- Wingspan: 0.8 m
- Length: 0.41 m
- Maximum Speed: 120 km/h
- Range: 15 km
- Flight Endurance: up to 90 minutes
- Maximum Flight Altitude: 3,600 m (Military Factory) (military.news).
Usage:
The Zala 421-08 is designed for frontline reconnaissance and surveillance over land and sea. Its lightweight design allows for easy transport and quick preparation for launch, which takes approximately 3 minutes. The drone can be launched manually or with an elastic catapult and is equipped with a parachute for safe landing (Wikipedia) (tvd).
Variants:
- Zala 421-08M: An upgraded version with a longer radio link range and some improvements in surveillance equipment.
- Zala 421-04: Another version used by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs for intelligence gathering and other tasks (military.news).
Equipment:
The Zala 421-08 is equipped with cameras for day and night vision, including an infrared camera and a 10-megapixel photo camera. It is used for various tasks such as surveillance, target marking for artillery fire, and other military and security applications (Military Factory) (Home).
