The Volnoriz systems appeared in the units of the Russian Armed Forces last fall. Until then, little was known about the system, but now Ukrainian specialists will have the opportunity to learn about its capabilities.
Ukrainian troops have captured the Russian electronic warfare system Volnoriz in the Kursk region, as well as documentation that could reveal its technical characteristics. This event could have a major impact on the current conflict and the future of electronic warfare, Militarnye reported , citing journalist Yuriy Butusov.
At the time of the capture, the electronic warfare station was in its factory packaging. It is designed to create a protective dome around military facilities, including tanks, and protect them from drone attacks.
The "Volnoriz" appeared in Russian military units last fall and was specially designed to combat FPV drones, which have become a vital tool in modern warfare.
Operating principle and efficiency
Technical details of the Volnorez system are being kept secret by the Russian military, but glowing documentation may now give Ukrainian experts an idea of its capabilities.
The released footage shows that the new electronic warfare system operates in the ranges of 390-510 MHz and 750-1050 MHz. The system works by disrupting the connection between an approaching drone and its control station, which results in the drone losing its flight path and allowing the protected object to avoid being hit.
"Volnoriz" system
Photo: Militarny
Documentation for the EW station "Volnoriz"
Photo: Militarny
This technology is particularly effective against FPV drones, which typically crash to the ground when they lose signal, rendering them ineffective. However, more modern civilian UAVs, such as the Mavic 3, also used by both sides in the conflict, respond differently. These drones are programmed to hover in place or return to their launch point if they lose signal, making them less susceptible to Volnoriz jamming.