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Russia Unveils New Advanced Anti-Drone Tank Protection

Russia Unveils New Advanced Anti-Drone Tank Protection

Sputnik International

Russian tank crews have rolled out a new system called "Romashka" (“Daisy”), a significant upgrade over the earlier "mangal" “cope cage.”

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Unlike its predecessor, the Romashka consists of specially arranged cables forming a circular pattern that resembles a blooming flower. It neutralizes cumulative drone warheads at 1.5 meters and can survive direct hits from 10–15 drones. Most importantly, the Romashka allows the tank turret to rotate freely without blocking thermal imagers or optics

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anti-drone tank protection, russian tank crews, significant upgrade