Drone suppressor LPD-801 being tested in Donbass

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LPD-801, operator and their "game"

The direction of portable electronic warfare systems to counter unmanned aerial vehicles is actively developing. Such “anti-drone guns” demonstrate their capabilities in the conditions of training grounds, and in recent months in the zone of the Special Operation. Recently it became known that the allied forces have mastered and are using another domestic development of this kind - the LPD-801 UAV suppressor.

First application


The appearance of the LPD-801 complex in the Donbass became known in early July. Then, photographs of fighters of an unnamed formation with an unusual “gun” were distributed on specialized resources and social networks. On one of them, the product operator demonstrated a damaged object, in which it was not without difficulty that the remains of a downed light UAV could be identified.



On July 9, the TASS agency, citing its sources in law enforcement agencies, confirmed the use of LPD-801 as part of the Special Operation. The source said that the first use of such a device for real targets in the form of small-sized drones enemy. "Shotgun" showed sufficient efficiency and suppressed these objects.

The source recalled that Ukrainian formations are actively using light UAVs of the commercial sector, suitable for reconnaissance. At the same time, civilian vehicles are not designed to work in conditions of active opposition and are not resistant to interference. This contributes to the effective use of LPD-801 and other similar complexes.


Suppressor LPD-801

Which formation or unit managed to test the new electronic warfare system is not reported. Also unknown is the number of products tested, areas of their application, etc. The Ministry of Defense has not yet commented on such reports, and the prospects for "guns" in the context of re-equipping the army are unclear. Perhaps this issue will be clarified in the future, after all the necessary checks and measures have been carried out.

Suppressor gun


The LPD-801 suppressor complex is one of the latest developments of the PPSh Laboratory (combating industrial espionage) company from St. Petersburg. It was first presented in October last year at one of the domestic exhibitions. At the same time, the main features, characteristics and advantages of the complex became known.

The LPD-801 product was developed on the basis of the older LPD-800 "gun". At one time, the Russian military got acquainted with the LPD-800 and tested it in action. Based on the results of such "tests", it was decided to create an improved complex with a number of innovations, designed specifically for the Russian army. Due to them, it was possible to expand the range of tasks to be solved and improve the main characteristics.

Shortly after the first show, the development company announced the completion of factory testing of the complex. In addition, LPD-801 appeared in the list of products available for order. Now it became known that one or more samples of this type went to the Donbass to be tested in a real military operation. Probably, such tests in the field will determine the future fate of a curious development.


Removable magazine battery

Technical features


The LPD-801 product belongs to the rather popular class of “anti-drone guns”. This is a specialized electronic warfare complex for combating common types of UAVs at a line-of-sight range. For ease of operation and use, the complex is made in the form factor of an automaton with the appropriate dimensions and weight. Product length - no more than 970 mm, weight without battery - 3,5 kg.

In front of the device is a tubular casing of the antenna device, reminiscent of a silent shooting device. The main electronics are placed in a rectangular "receiver". Attached to it is a control handle, a front "tactical" handle and a stock. On top of the body there is a carrying handle with a standard rail for the scope. A detachable "store" is also provided - a replaceable battery is placed in a box-shaped case.

LPD-801 is designed to suppress communication channels and satellite navigation signals. For this, three modes of operation with different parameters are provided. In the first mode, jamming is carried out on control channels in the 2,4 GHz band. At the same time, the complex develops a power of 10 W and affects objects in a sector 30 ° wide. The second mode is designed to suppress the 5 GHz band, it is distinguished by half the power and a reduced sector of operation. In the third mode, interference suppresses the signals of satellite navigation systems at frequencies of 1575-1602 MHz. In this case, a power of 4 watts is used. Suppression sector - 35 °.

Depending on the operating mode and characteristics of the target drone, the impact range reaches 1,5 km. It takes at least a few seconds to get the desired effect. The replaceable battery ensures operation for an hour or more.


The effect of using the LPD-801 depends on the selected suppression mode and the UAV model. Having lost communication and / or the ability to navigate, the device can return to the launch site, land, etc. In either case, it terminates the task.

Practical Effects


Last year, the LPD-801 UAV suppressor passed factory tests and was shown to the public. Now it is reported that a new stage of inspections is being carried out, moreover, during a real military operation. The complex successfully suppresses enemy drones and confirms the calculated characteristics and capabilities.

LPD-801, like other samples of this class, has a number of characteristic advantages. The product has shown the ability to fight enemy drones, thwart his plans and even protect his troops. Thus, the suppression or destruction of reconnaissance UAVs will not allow the enemy to plan a maneuver or strike to gain advantages.

With all this, the “gun” is distinguished by ease of handling and use. The technical characteristics of such a product are lower than those of full-sized electronic warfare systems, but their level corresponds to the expected threats and methods of use.


It is noteworthy that the LPD-801 is not the only “anti-drone gun” currently used to protect the Donbass. Earlier it was reported about other samples of this class used against Ukrainian UAVs. They also demonstrate ease of use and use, and also confirm the results of previous tests.

Promising direction


It should be noted that EW systems of this kind are not yet in service with our army. To protect against UAVs and other threats, systems of other classes in self-propelled or mobile versions are used. Full-size complexes are distinguished by high performance and have proven themselves well. However, their presence does not exclude the need to expand the scope of electronic warfare, incl. by means of guns.

Apparently, the Department of Defense and relevant organizations of the defense industry are following current developments in the field of UAVs. They study the existing threats and risks, and also determine the real prospects for various countermeasures. In particular, attention should be paid to light portable complexes like LPD-801.

Most likely, such studies and observations will have a practical result. The Ministry of Defense can test existing “anti-drone guns” and start purchasing the most successful one. In addition, the experience of the current Special Operation will form the basis of the tactical and technical assignment for a promising model of this class.

It is not known how this direction will develop in the near and medium term. However, it is obvious that, based on the results of current events, conclusions will be drawn, measures will be taken, and specific plans will be drawn up and implemented. Whether there is a place in these plans for the LPD-801 complex or another well-known development, time will tell.
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  1. 0
    1 August 2022 05: 03
    Good morning everyone. The main thing here is that the pisyun does not go down with the drone
    1. +7
      1 August 2022 05: 16
      It was necessary to check it over the headquarters of the Black Sea Fleet ... otherwise they relaxed, you know, during the holiday and got a pisyun in full.
      1. 0
        1 August 2022 07: 26
        You need to combine REB with firearms, underbarrel
      2. 0
        1 August 2022 15: 04
        Lech, it would seem that it would be difficult to expect such nonsense from you!
    2. KCA
      +3
      1 August 2022 05: 24
      The radiation is directed, and shielded in other directions, no problem, you don’t run away from the microwave oven to the street when it works
      1. 0
        1 August 2022 11: 11
        The developers from the PPSh Laboratory brought their products to the Donbass for testing and familiarization. And here is the video.
      2. -2
        1 August 2022 22: 55
        The radiation is directed, and shielded in other directions, no problem, you don’t run away from the microwave oven to the street when it works

        You need to look at the radiation pattern and side lobes (they are definitely there)
        Antenna Beam Width:
        - Range I, deg.30
        - Range II, deg.25
        - Band III (GPS, Glonass, Beidou, Galileo), deg. 35
        - I advise you to run away, well, at least leave the kitchen
        RF/UES: Radiation density level from the furnace should not exceed 0,01 mW/cm^2 at a distance of 0,5 m from the furnace
        American 5 mW / cm ^ 2 at a distance of 5 cm from the furnace.

        Clinical data show that already at a power density of 60 µW/ cm ^ 2 - there are changes in the sex glands, in the composition of the blood. There is clouding of the lens.
        If you gave it in for repair, be sure to check the parallelism of the slots of the cover and the compliance of the gap with the factory one.
        In no case should you stand with your mouth open on the side of the perforation (where there is ventilation)
        PySy. With this prodigy, you don’t have to worry about health (and don’t worry about drones)

        the radiation power of the microwave magnetron is 800-900 W, and if you remove the lock and start with the door open, you will get a radiation intensity of up to 5000 μW / cm2:

        there are changes in blood clotting, conditioned reflex activity, effects on liver cells, changes in the cerebral cortex.
        10 W - this gun will reduce power by 1,5 km ~ 1 / (1500 * 1500), even despite Kua = 12
        1. KCA
          0
          2 August 2022 02: 49
          Naturally, there is no 100% narrowly focused radiation source, there is also side radiation, but a conventional mesh solves the problem, there is no need to even build it into the device itself, simply wrap it with a mesh, or even with foil
          1. -1
            2 August 2022 18: 07
            Well, I led to this:
            - you don't need to be afraid of this fart
            - Microwaves to be afraid of
  2. -5
    1 August 2022 05: 28
    Why are we revealing the characteristics? Why, according to the author, a successful invention is not yet in the army. It seems to me that this direction needs to be corrected, but the scout can be removed, but the shock one. interferes with the second destroys. Something like this.
    1. +2
      1 August 2022 23: 00
      Why are we revealing features?

      This vvderflya (with all characteristics) is freely available: buy, study)

      Why, according to the author, a successful invention is not yet in the army.

      Nobody needs it there: because it is defamation.
      It’s better to send the author to the troops, read him, so Himars is bullshit, and F-16 tops, PKR harpoon is donkey urine, all the Art of the enemy is childish crap.
  3. +1
    1 August 2022 05: 40
    In the first mode, jamming is carried out on control channels in the 2,4 GHz band. At the same time, the complex develops a power of 10 W and affects objects in a sector 30 ° wide. The second mode is designed to suppress the 5 GHz band, it is distinguished by half the power and a reduced sector of operation. In the third mode, interference suppresses the signals of satellite navigation systems at frequencies of 1575-1602 MHz. In this case, a power of 4 watts is used. Suppression sector - 35 °.


    If Wi-Fi or satellite TV stops working, look for LPD-801))) If it's no joke, then how many resources (both material and human minds) are spent on developing both UAVs and countering them. Maybe our research institutes can get confused and create camouflage material so that not from the UAV and not from the satellite, the enemies could not see us, at least an individual fighter, even a column on the march. I wonder if this is even possible in principle or not, at least in the distant future.
    1. 0
      1 August 2022 11: 46
      It is necessary to blind the optics of satellites, otherwise there is no way to disguise yourself with the current level of technology.
      1. 0
        2 August 2022 02: 30
        With the current level of technology and you can think about a lot. For example, in addition to camouflage material, think about holograms and similar things. 100 years, and even 50 years ago, such a reflection could seem like a fantasy, but now, as usual, it is probably more profitable for arms corporations to produce weapons, and not devote time and means to protection and camouflage.
  4. -4
    1 August 2022 05: 45
    This "ruzhzho" can harm the krasukha - khibiny? And so on questions and radar ii ...
    1. kpd
      +3
      1 August 2022 07: 05
      No, he can not. This is a purely weapon against civilian models of drones, the control of which operates in the permitted civilian frequency bands.
  5. 0
    1 August 2022 05: 54
    It hasn't even been half a year. Looks like even the Russians got the Ukrov copters that such suppressors appeared. Well, how many troubles the ykpo UAVs did during the promotion of the NM, then no one is interested.
    1. +2
      1 August 2022 11: 47
      They were before the CBO, just not so much.
  6. +1
    1 August 2022 05: 56
    Quote: Egor-dis
    Well, how many troubles the ykpo UAVs did during the promotion of the NM, then no one is interested.

    Interesting ... only it is not advertised. hi
  7. Eug
    0
    1 August 2022 06: 21
    Prompt response to a problem. Looking forward to a set of measures to suppress Chimeras?
    1. +2
      1 August 2022 07: 00
      Quote: Eug
      Looking forward to a set of measures to suppress Chimeras?

      These measures are well-known ... they just need to be implemented!
    2. -2
      1 August 2022 09: 28
      Guarantee measures are needed against Amsky av and apl.
      Then little things remain for the militia - do not enter the expected perimeter for 30 years
  8. 0
    1 August 2022 07: 07
    I recall from past publications that this "laboratory" was developing (or is it ready to develop?) And the "vehicle-portable (on a UAZ)" complex ... If the MO "whistles", then they are ready!
    1. +5
      1 August 2022 07: 51
      There is no time for the Ministry of Defense, they are engaged in tank biathlons and parades.
  9. +3
    1 August 2022 08: 06
    Drone suppressor LPD-801 being tested in Donbass
    There is a usual struggle between remote reconnaissance and countermeasures ....
    When there are enough countermeasures and they will effectively deal with simple equipment, manufacturers of military products will have an advantage in marketing their products !!! Their equipment is more expensive, but also better protected from the external, negative impact of anti-drone weapons.
    Maybe not the fight of the SWORD against the SHIELD, but somewhere very close!
  10. -3
    1 August 2022 08: 14
    The question is also whether there are enough of them.
  11. -3
    1 August 2022 08: 16
    And how will it manifest itself in the case of self-assembly copters?
    1. +1
      1 August 2022 10: 49
      Quote from: Denistutswoy
      And how will it manifest itself in the case of self-assembly copters?

      Duc, all the same, components will be bought on Aliexpress! Already a well-known practice in the world of "self-assembled" UAVs!
  12. 0
    1 August 2022 12: 49
    Everything is fine, except that you need a separate person who will constantly look at the heavens and look at something there. In my opinion, we also need a stationary version powered by a cigarette lighter that would cover the sector of 90-120 degrees of the sky with several trunks. Mode of operation: alternate, pulse, generally automatic. By eliminating the human factor, you can multiply the efficiency, as well as use it while driving by installing it on the roof of the car.
  13. 0
    1 August 2022 18: 51
    Depending on the operating mode and characteristics of the target drone, the range of impact reaches 1,5 km.
    It's really far. I wonder if the chances of hitting a small drone with your hands at a distance of 1 km are real (the spot is wide)?
    1. 0
      1 August 2022 21: 45
      For a kilometer, a rat-sized drone will not be seen by a person for a maximum of 150-200m against the sky, and then if the operator leads the drone near the ground, occasionally raising its height, in a word, the drone will have time to transmit a picture of the area dozens of times before it is detected, for example, to a mortar battery, in the end, the drone can simply land on the field and wait for the right moment to rise. With the declared radiation power of 10 W, (it's like 4 flashlight bulbs from the times of the USSR) and at a distance of 1.5 km !!! .... not if the gun is between the operator and the drone (that is, go to the rear of the drone), you can count on a communication breakdown. but it would be more correct to detonate an electromagnetic charge, then yes, it will be a good idea.
  14. TIR
    0
    23 September 2022 14: 05
    I wonder why it was necessary to make everything look like an automatic machine. So many extra protruding parts and, as a result, huge dimensions. Well, they could do everything more compactly

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