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Ukrainian forces use PD-2 complexes for reconnaissance, surveillance, target acquisition, and artillery fire spotting, including support to HIMARS and other long-range fire systems.
Role detailsAircraft & UAVs
PD-2 UAS
Also known as
- PD-2 UAV
- PD-2 drone
- People's Drone
The PD-2 UAS is a Ukrainian modular unmanned aircraft system from Ukrspecsystems, used for long-endurance reconnaissance, surveillance, target tracking, and fire adjustment with VTOL and fixed-wing configurations.
Role in Conflicts
Fire Support Context
PD-2 appears in Ukrainian service as a reconnaissance and target-acquisition layer for precision and long-range fires rather than as a strike aircraft itself.
| Supported system | Documented PD-2 role | Operational context |
|---|---|---|
 | Target acquisition and fire spotting | Come Back Alive described PD-2 complexes for target acquisition and artillery fire spotting for HIMARS and other artillery systems. |
| Other Ukrainian long-range fires | Reconnaissance and target tracking | Ukrspecsystems described an Air Force Command PD-2 complex gathering intelligence and adjusting fire for HIMARS and other long-range systems. |
Profile / Specs
Profile
- Origin
- Ukraine
- Built by
- Ukrspecsystems
- Type
- Unmanned aerial system
- Service note
- 2010s-present
- Designer
- Ukrspecsystems
- Designed
- 2014-2020
- Produced
- 2020-present
Specifications
- Wingspan
- 5 m
- Maximum takeoff weight
- 55 kg
- Payload
- 11 kg
- Endurance
- 8+ hours with full payload
- Range
- Up to 180 km data-link range
- Service ceiling
- Up to 5,000 m
- Configurations
- VTOL; 5 m fixed-wing; 4 m fixed-wing
- Top speed
- 140 km/h
- Cruise speed
- 100 km/h
Mission Kit
Ukrspecsystems presents PD-2 as a modular UAS that can move between reconnaissance and cargo-support roles with a portable control-and-tracking stack.
| Feature | Documented detail | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Flight modes | VTOL and fixed-wing | The product page says the airframe can be converted within about 15 minutes. |
| Ground control | Portable GCS with tracking antenna unit | The product and antenna pages describe a portable ground station, automatic mast, and radio-link range extension. |
| Cargo delivery | Up to 8 kg | The cargo page says PD-2 can carry different cargo types and drop them from fuselage or underwing containers. |
Variants
Published configuration descriptions separate PD-2 by launch and landing fit rather than by a different family name.
| Variant | Configuration | Designation notes |
|---|---|---|
| PD-2 VTOL | Vertical takeoff and landing configuration | The VTOL fit removes runway dependence for launch and recovery while retaining the modular mission payload approach. Sources: Army Technology PD-2 profile |
| PD-2 fixed-wing, 5 m wingspan | Conventional fixed-wing configuration | Army Technology lists a 5 m fixed-wing configuration alongside the VTOL model. Sources: Army Technology PD-2 profile |
| PD-2 fixed-wing, 4 m wingspan | Smaller fixed-wing configuration | Army Technology also identifies a 4 m wingspan fixed-wing configuration in the PD-2 family. Sources: Army Technology PD-2 profile |
Timeline
PD-2 UAS Key Events
Final trials underway
Ukrspecsystems said PD-2 final trials were being performed and that public introduction would follow once testing finished.
Sources: PD-2 will be out soon
Demo flights show VTOL and fixed-wing use
The company published demonstration flights showing PD-2 in VTOL and fixed-wing configurations, plus a relay concept between two PD-2 systems.
Sources: PD-2 demonstration flights for foreign government representatives
Foreign delegation sees harsh-weather demo
Ukrspecsystems presented PD-2 to a foreign delegation, and delegates noted automatic takeoff and landing in windy, rainy conditions.
Sources: The PD-2 UAS, training ground, and harsh weather conditions
Come Back Alive announces 10 PD-2 complexes
The foundation said it purchased 10 PD-2 systems for Ukraine's armed forces, each built around two UAVs and a mobile ground-control setup.
Sources: Come Back Alive PD-2 charity project
Air Force Command receives a PD-2 complex
Ukrspecsystems said the Air Force Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces received a PD-2 complex for HIMARS-related reconnaissance and target tracking.
Sources: Another PD-2 is heading out on a hunt for HIMARS!
Related Weapon Systems
Sources
PD-2 UAS product pagePublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports PD-2 UAS manufacturer background, active-service description, and published specifications for the platform. | Accessed: 2026-06-26UKRSPECSYSTEMS aboutPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports UKRSPECSYSTEMS company history, Ukrainian origin, and the 2014 development context for its own drones. | Accessed: 2026-06-26PD-2 will be out soonPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports PD-2 final-trials timeline context and the pre-launch development status announced in November 2020. | Accessed: 2026-06-26PD-2 demonstration flights for foreign government representativesPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports PD-2 demonstration flights, fixed-wing and VTOL configurations, and the PD-2-to-PD-2 relay concept. | Accessed: 2026-06-26The PD-2 UAS, training ground, and harsh weather conditionsPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports the 2021 foreign delegation demonstration and automatic takeoff and landing in windy, rainy conditions. | Accessed: 2026-06-26Another PD-2 is heading out on a hunt for HIMARS!Publisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports 2014 Russia-Ukraine War direct use by the Air Force Command of the Ukrainian Armed Forces for reconnaissance and target tracking to support HIMARS and other long-range systems. | Accessed: 2026-06-26PD-2 UAS military applicationPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports 2014 Russia-Ukraine War direct use by the Ukrainian Armed Forces for surveillance, reconnaissance, target tracking, base perimeter monitoring, and cargo delivery. | Accessed: 2026-06-26PD-2 UAS cargo deliveryPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports the cargo-delivery configuration, removable modules, fuselage and underwing containers, and the 8 kg cargo limit. | Accessed: 2026-06-26PD-2 tracking antenna systemPublisher: UKRSPECSYSTEMS | Note: Supports the PD-2 tracking antenna unit, its range-maximizing role, the integrated two-channel link, and automatic mast features. | Accessed: 2026-06-26Come Back Alive PD-2 charity projectPublisher: Come Back Alive Foundation | Note: Supports 2014 Russia-Ukraine War direct transfer of 10 PD-2 systems for Ukraine's armed forces and their use for target acquisition and artillery fire spotting for HIMARS and other artillery systems. | Accessed: 2026-06-30Army Technology PD-2 profilePublisher: Army Technology | Note: Supports PD-2 configuration structure, Ukrainian manufacturer context, payload and mission roles, communications, service ceiling, and performance data. | Accessed: 2026-06-30PD-2 UAV, Kyiv 2021, 01.jpgPublisher: Wikimedia Commons | Note: Supports public-licensed image provenance for the hero image; the file page identifies it as a CC BY-SA 4.0 photo by VoidWanderer. | Accessed: 2026-06-26PD-2 UAV, Kyiv 2021, 02.jpgPublisher: Wikimedia Commons | Note: Supports public-licensed image provenance for a gallery photo; the file page identifies it as a CC BY-SA 4.0 photo by VoidWanderer. | Accessed: 2026-06-26UKRSPECSYSTEMS PD-2 photo 1.jpgPublisher: Wikimedia Commons | Note: Supports public-licensed image provenance for a gallery photo; the file page identifies it as a dual-licensed Commons image by DoroshenkoE. | Accessed: 2026-06-26