In the modern world, unmanned aerial vehicles have become an inseparable part of combat operations. However, before purchasing these devices, it is worth clearly understanding which exact drone is needed for your tasks. Below we will examine two main types (kamikaze drones and reconnaissance drones), their tasks, and key differences.

What is a kamikaze drone?

A kamikaze drone is an unmanned vehicle developed for the pinpoint destruction of targets with the help of an integrated explosive charge. After carrying out the attack, the device self-destructs together with the target. 

The main tasks: 

Destruction of strategic objects. They effectively liquidate enemy equipment, depots with ammunition, fortifications, and other important objects of the enemy.

Work in difficult conditions. They can overcome various obstacles and work in mountainous terrain, dense forests, or other hard-to-reach zones.

Pinpoint strikes. They minimize collateral losses (damage to infrastructure, casualties among the military, and so on), since they precisely hit  the target.

Examples of such devices are our FPV-7 and FPV-8. They broadcast video in real time to special goggles or a monitor and attack even in difficult conditions, carrying explosives of various weight (from 1.2 to 1.5 kg).

What is a reconnaissance drone?

A reconnaissance drone is a compact drone intended for the collection of information. Thanks to cameras, sensors, and communication systems, the operator can see what the drone sees, in real-time mode.

The main tasks:

Observation and monitoring. The study of the terrain, the detection of potential threats, the observation of the movement of the enemy, and so on.

Reconnaissance in hard-to-reach places. The conducting of missions in areas inaccessible for people or equipment (forest, zones of combat operations, and so on).

The conducting of search-and-rescue operations. The search for people in hard-to-reach areas after military attacks or natural disasters, the creation of safe routes for rescuers.

By the way, our FPV-7 and FPV-8 can not only deliver strikes but also carry out reconnaissance missions in difficult conditions.

Why is it important to choose a drone by purpose?

The use of drones not for their purpose can lead to unjustified expenses and a decrease in effectiveness. For example:

A kamikaze drone, which is created only for an attack, is not suitable for prolonged observation, since after a strike it does not return.

A reconnaissance drone will not have the necessary power for the destruction of a target (if it is designed only for reconnaissance).

However, our drones FPV-7 and FPV-8 are developed for clear tasks — they can perform the functions of both a kamikaze and reconnaissance, but each separately. 

How to make the correct choice?

In order to choose a drone that will correspond to your needs, pay attention to:

The goal of use. For the destruction of objects, choose a kamikaze drone. For the collection of information — a reconnaissance drone. But you can choose FPV-7 and FPV-8, which perform both functions.

Technical characteristics. Make sure that the drone has sufficient power and can work in extreme conditions (our devices function even in difficult conditions).

Reliability. Choose drones that have passed testing in real conditions. By the way, we test the devices twice a week at a military range.

Conclusion.

Overall, the choice between a kamikaze drone and a reconnaissance drone depends on the set tasks. The former are ideal for pinpoint strikes, the latter — for observation. However, drones intended exclusively for an attack should not be used for reconnaissance, and vice versa.

If you are interested in our drones for kamikaze or reconnaissance tasks (FPV-7 and FPV-8), contact us faster. We will help to select a drone that will correspond to all your requirements!