The Wolf 25 AD is a Slovak mobile vehicle for effective combat against drones in modern aerial combat conditions.

Wolf 25 AD

The Slovak company DefTech has revealed its new miracle, the Wolf 25 AD combat vehicle, which was created specifically to combat drones. This machine is a very important solution for modern conditions where threats from the air change literally on the move.

The Wolf 25 AD is an armored 4x4 vehicle with enhanced mine protection. It was made at the initiative of Ukraine to help protect artillery and command posts from drones. The machine has passed all the tests and is already operating in Ukraine, where it has received good reviews.

Its engine is powerful — 450 hp diesel, maximum speed is up to 100 km / h, travels up to 700 km without refueling. The car weighs about 8 tons, has good protection and suspension to drive on difficult roads. A team usually consists of 4-5 people: a driver, a commander, a technician and a gunner.

The most interesting thing is the armament. On the roof stands the Mangart 25 AD turret with a 25 mm Oerlikon automatic cannon. It can fire very fast — up to 650 rounds per minute. The guns use special projectiles that explode in the air next to the drone, scattering fragments and destroying the flying device. If you miss, the projectile disappears after a few seconds, so as not to damage anything unnecessary. In general, a real "trap" for drones is being created around the car.

In addition, the car has 4 radars with a 360—degree view - they are made by the German company Rheinmetall. They can simultaneously monitor up to 150 aerial targets: small quadrocopters can see from 5 kilometers, and airplanes from 20. These radars are cooled by water and require separate power, but it is thanks to them that the machine catches drones so effectively.

The Wolf 25 AD is not just an anti—aircraft gun, it is a real mobile air defense system that is easily transported and quickly deployed. It is lighter and more maneuverable than its counterparts, such as the American IM-SHORAD. It can be used for various tasks, from protection to reconnaissance and fire support.

The car is currently undergoing large-scale tests in Ukraine, and judging by the reviews, it is performing well. After the tests, the issue of orders and deliveries in large batches will be resolved. This is a very promising complex, especially for the countries of Eastern Europe, where the threat of drones has increased dramatically.