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Flag Ukraine Flag Russia The attacks involved significant quantities of Antonov An-196 Liutyy drones. These are a relatively large twin-boom type which has featured in many longer-ranged strikes on oil infrastructure. Notably, the observed examples did not have fixed landing gear. This suggests that they were ramp-launched, or fitted with dolly wheels which fall away after take-off.

Another twin-boom design, the Fire Point FP-1 (or externally identical FP-2) was also used. These are noteworthy for their use of Starlink satellite communications to give FPV (first person view) style terminal guidance. However it is not clear whether satellite communications were used in this case.

The Shahed-like Bemouth delta design was also observed. These had previously been reported to have a much shorter range, but their ability to reach the Russian Capitol isn’t unexpected.

The sleek delta-winged Morok design, based on a target drone, was also observed during the raid, although the exact location of their use is unconfirmed.

The last type to mention is the jet powered BARS. Normally described as a cruise missile, it is more of a drone-missile. It has a relatively small turbine and simple straight wings.

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