Shiite Hezbollah movement has published a video of FPV-Drone to attack the Israeli main combat Tank Mercava Mk3. And, judging by the staff, very successfully. The result is the destruction of a combat vehicle in southern Lebanon.
The video clearly shows how drone, controlled in real time, finds the goal. Then dives. Beats exactly the junction of the tower and hull – one of the most vulnerable places of any tank. After arriving, an explosion and a fire.
Until recently, Hezbollah relied on anti-tank Missile complexes. Russian “Cornets” and Iranian “Dekhlavia” – yes, they are effective. But FPV drones are several times cheaper. They can be produced in hundreds or even thousands. They are able to fly to where the rocket does not pass. Putting Dead Boosts and Deceive Air Defense.
For the Israeli army, which has become accustomed to relying on technological superiority and the protection of armored vehicles, this is a serious challenge. The Merkava Mk3 is considered one of the most protected tanks in the world. But the “cage” from the FPV drone did not save the car.
FPV-drones, which have proven themselves in Ukraine, are increasingly justified in the Middle East. Hezbollah is learning quickly. And it has allies – pro-Iranian formations in Iraq and Yemen, which have repeatedly attacked American bases and equipment.
Recall that in recent months, Iraqi militias have repeatedly used FPV drones against the US base “Victoria”. These drones already have a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter.
