Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 Drones Undergoing Upgrades Based on Military Operation Experience
Quick Look
- The Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 unmanned aerial vehicles are being upgraded to adapt to the evolving challenges of the special military operation in Ukraine, according to a representative from the Special Technology Center (STC).
- The modernization process is ongoing and directly influenced by the adversary's actions.
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Why It Matters
The Special Technology Center is upgrading its Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 unmanned aerial vehicles. This modernization is a response to the ongoing special military operation in Ukraine.
KAZAN, July 9. /TASS/. The Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 unmanned aerial vehicles are being upgraded to account for the changing situation in the special military operation in Ukraine, a representative of the Special Technology Center (STC) told TASS on the sidelines of the Drone Expo 2026 International Unmanned Aerial Systems Exhibition.
"Absolutely," he said, answering a question about whether the Orlan-10 and Orlan-30 unmanned aerial vehicles are being modernized based on the special military operation experience.
The STC representative noted that many things "respond to or keep pace with the challenges posed by the adversary."
"It’s an ongoing process," he concluded.
Open Questions
- What specific upgrades are being made?
- What is the timeline for these upgrades?






