Ukrainian military to destroy Russian drones with new Oerlikon cannon

Ukrainian military to destroy Russian drones with new Oerlikon cannon

The Ukrainian army has started using the Oerlikon Revolver Gun Mk3 anti-aircraft gun with air burst ammunition.

The Oerlikon Revolver Gun Mk3 is a remote-controlled 35-mm anti-aircraft gun designed for quick and accurate response to airborne threats.

The system is equipped with tracking radar and an electro-optical sensor unit. This allows it to locate, track and engage targets with high accuracy.

Ukrainian military to destroy Russian drones with new Oerlikon cannon

A unique feature of the gun is its ability to process target data from 3D search radars and higher-order control systems, enabling it to operate autonomously.

One of its main features is the integration of Oerlikon Ahead programmable air burst munitions.

The projectiles are optimized to counter a wide range of threats, including drones, missiles, and artillery shells.

The projectiles explode before impact and disperse tungsten submunitions, which creates a cloud of shrapnel capable of neutralizing aerial targets.

The cannons were given to Ukraine by Switzerland through Rheinmetall AG, a company specializing in advanced air defense systems.

The exact number of Oerlikon Revolver Gun Mk3 systems delivered to Ukraine has not been officially confirmed.