The Japanese company Terra Drone has begun the operational deployment in Ukraine of the new interceptor drone Terra A2, which was developed in collaboration with the Ukrainian company WinnyLab.
This was reported by the official website of the Japanese company.
The new system is planned to be used to intercept Russian long-range strike UAVs, particularly drones of the Shahed type.
The company stated that Ukraine has become the first platform for the combat application of the Terra A2. Deploying drones at the front will allow the system to be tested under real war conditions, gather data on effectiveness, and improve the platform based on combat experience.
Regarding the characteristics of the drone: the Terra A2 belongs to the class of fixed-wing interceptor drones. The device is designed for long-term patrolling and interception of targets at great distances.
According to the company, the drone can reach speeds up to 312 km/h, operate at a range of up to 75 km, and remain airborne for over 40 minutes. The system has also been integrated with radars for detecting, tracking, and engaging targets.
Stated characteristics of the Terra A2:
- Maximum speed — 310 km/h;
- Flight time — 40 minutes;
- Maximum range — 75 km;
- Altitude – 5 km;
- Payload capacity — 750 g;
- Launch method — catapult.
The company noted that the Terra A2 will become part of a multi-layered air defense system along with the Terra A1 interceptor drone, which was deployed in Ukraine in the spring of 2026.
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