Orlan-10

The Orlan-10 is an unmanned aerial vehicle developed by the Special Technology Center in Saint Petersburg for the Russian Armed Forces. The price is reportedly between US$87,000 and US$120,000. It is usually used in groups of two or three, in which the first is used for reconnaissance at a height of 1–1.5 km, the second for electronic warfare and the third as a transponder which transmits information to the control center. One system can include up to 5 vehicles. More than 1000 Orlan-10's have been produced, with 11 different variations. Over 50 UAVs were delivered for export in 2021. The Orlan-10 features a composite hull that reduces its radar signature. It has seen action in Ukraine, Syria, Libya and Nagorno-Karabakh. According to media reports, an updated variant of Orlan-10 tactical UAV is to enter service with the Russia's ground forces in 2020. The updated variant is expected to have a laser designator to allow it to pinpoint targets for precision-guided artillery and aircraft munitions.