Ukraine’s Chaklun-B 2.0 Drone Revealed at IDEF 2025 as a Strategic Solution for Long-Range Missions
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At IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, Turkiye, Ukraine’s Spets Techno Export unveiled the Chaklun-B 2.0 unmanned aerial vehicle, a tactical response to the modern battlefield’s demand for endurance and autonomy. With warfare increasingly dependent on long-range reconnaissance and logistical flexibility, this UAV addresses critical gaps in operational capabilities. The system highlights Ukraine’s maturing defense industry, especially in light of continued conflict and evolving drone warfare. Its modular, low-infrastructure design targets both military and humanitarian applications, appealing to nations facing asymmetric threats and limited runway access.Follow Army Recognition on Google News at this link
Chaklun-B 2.0 provides a resilient ISR and resupply node in contested airspaces, especially where long-range logistical chains are vulnerable (Picture source: Army Recognition Group)
The Chaklun-B 2.0 UAV is a fixed-wing platform with a 3.5-meter wingspan and 3.9-meter fuselage, designed primarily for transportation, reconnaissance, and ISR operations in remote and contested environments. It uses an internal combustion engine and is capable of carrying payloads between 20 and 35 kilograms, making it suitable for equipment drops or ISR sensor integration. Its operational endurance of up to 8 hours and guaranteed minimum range of 500 kilometers allow it to sustain missions deep into enemy territory or inaccessible areas without relying on advanced infrastructure. Launch and landing flexibility is achieved through a catapult launch system and precise direct line landing.
Originally conceived in response to logistical constraints on the battlefield, the Chaklun-B 2.0 is a product of Ukraine’s drive to modernize its drone fleet under combat conditions. Spets Techno Export, operating under Ukraine’s state defense conglomerate, developed the platform to meet real-time operational needs on the frontlines. The UAV’s architecture reflects lessons learned from tactical failures during earlier phases of the conflict and Ukraine’s rising focus on autonomous systems for ISR and supply operations. Unlike earlier models or hobbyist adaptations pressed into service, the Chaklun-B 2.0 has undergone structured development as a dedicated dual-use system.
Whereas systems like the U.S. RQ-20 Puma or the Israeli Skylark III serve similar ISR roles, the Chaklun-B 2.0 adds a strategic twist with its hybrid logistical and reconnaissance profile. Its ability to operate from minimal infrastructure sites without compromising on range or endurance gives it a unique place among UAVs in the under-50 kg class. It bridges a gap between hand-launched tactical drones and large MALE UAVs, offering a cost-effective solution without sacrificing mission duration or payload versatility. In terms of development lineage, it parallels the evolution of the Polish FlyEye, which started as a tactical drone but evolved into a system for multi-role missions under battlefield constraints.
Militarily, the Chaklun-B 2.0 provides a resilient ISR and resupply node in contested airspaces, especially where long-range logistical chains are vulnerable. Strategically, it supports Ukraine’s broader doctrine of dispersing and decentralizing assets, especially amid attacks on fixed airbases and logistic hubs. The UAV can serve border patrol forces, SOF units, or even support civil defense in post-conflict zones. Its deployment at IDEF 2025 also signals a move by Ukraine to expand defense cooperation with Turkiye and NATO-aligned markets, particularly as drone-centric warfare redefines procurement strategies globally.
The Chaklun-B 2.0 reveals how Ukraine is leveraging wartime innovation to compete on the international drone market by offering pragmatic, resilient, and scalable solutions. It represents a convergence between field-adapted technology and commercial viability, catering to a world where drone warfare is not only dominant but diversified across roles. Its presence at IDEF 2025 strengthens Kyiv’s defense industrial base while offering partner nations an agile tool for modern warfare and humanitarian missions alike.
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At IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, Turkiye, Ukraine’s Spets Techno Export unveiled the Chaklun-B 2.0 unmanned aerial vehicle, a tactical response to the modern battlefield’s demand for endurance and autonomy. With warfare increasingly dependent on long-range reconnaissance and logistical flexibility, this UAV addresses critical gaps in operational capabilities. The system highlights Ukraine’s maturing defense industry, especially in light of continued conflict and evolving drone warfare. Its modular, low-infrastructure design targets both military and humanitarian applications, appealing to nations facing asymmetric threats and limited runway access.
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Chaklun-B 2.0 provides a resilient ISR and resupply node in contested airspaces, especially where long-range logistical chains are vulnerable (Picture source: Army Recognition Group)
The Chaklun-B 2.0 UAV is a fixed-wing platform with a 3.5-meter wingspan and 3.9-meter fuselage, designed primarily for transportation, reconnaissance, and ISR operations in remote and contested environments. It uses an internal combustion engine and is capable of carrying payloads between 20 and 35 kilograms, making it suitable for equipment drops or ISR sensor integration. Its operational endurance of up to 8 hours and guaranteed minimum range of 500 kilometers allow it to sustain missions deep into enemy territory or inaccessible areas without relying on advanced infrastructure. Launch and landing flexibility is achieved through a catapult launch system and precise direct line landing.
Originally conceived in response to logistical constraints on the battlefield, the Chaklun-B 2.0 is a product of Ukraine’s drive to modernize its drone fleet under combat conditions. Spets Techno Export, operating under Ukraine’s state defense conglomerate, developed the platform to meet real-time operational needs on the frontlines. The UAV’s architecture reflects lessons learned from tactical failures during earlier phases of the conflict and Ukraine’s rising focus on autonomous systems for ISR and supply operations. Unlike earlier models or hobbyist adaptations pressed into service, the Chaklun-B 2.0 has undergone structured development as a dedicated dual-use system.
Whereas systems like the U.S. RQ-20 Puma or the Israeli Skylark III serve similar ISR roles, the Chaklun-B 2.0 adds a strategic twist with its hybrid logistical and reconnaissance profile. Its ability to operate from minimal infrastructure sites without compromising on range or endurance gives it a unique place among UAVs in the under-50 kg class. It bridges a gap between hand-launched tactical drones and large MALE UAVs, offering a cost-effective solution without sacrificing mission duration or payload versatility. In terms of development lineage, it parallels the evolution of the Polish FlyEye, which started as a tactical drone but evolved into a system for multi-role missions under battlefield constraints.
Militarily, the Chaklun-B 2.0 provides a resilient ISR and resupply node in contested airspaces, especially where long-range logistical chains are vulnerable. Strategically, it supports Ukraine’s broader doctrine of dispersing and decentralizing assets, especially amid attacks on fixed airbases and logistic hubs. The UAV can serve border patrol forces, SOF units, or even support civil defense in post-conflict zones. Its deployment at IDEF 2025 also signals a move by Ukraine to expand defense cooperation with Turkiye and NATO-aligned markets, particularly as drone-centric warfare redefines procurement strategies globally.
The Chaklun-B 2.0 reveals how Ukraine is leveraging wartime innovation to compete on the international drone market by offering pragmatic, resilient, and scalable solutions. It represents a convergence between field-adapted technology and commercial viability, catering to a world where drone warfare is not only dominant but diversified across roles. Its presence at IDEF 2025 strengthens Kyiv’s defense industrial base while offering partner nations an agile tool for modern warfare and humanitarian missions alike.
