Krunk UAV

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.

Krunk
Role Unmanned aerial vehicle
National origin Armenia
Manufacturer Armenian Armed Forces
First flight 2011
Introduction 2011
Status In service
Primary users Armed Forces of Armenia
Artsakh Defense Army


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.[3]

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

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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.
    3. "Армянская армия теперь вооружена беспилотниками местного производства". m.ru.armeniasputnik.am (in Russian). Retrieved 2018-11-13.
    4. "Armenia to export drones to Denmark". PanARMENIAN.Net. 3 October 2013. Retrieved 3 October 2013.
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