Multiple New Types of Russian Weapons Debut at the Egypt Airshow

Reference News Network reported on September 11 According to the website of RT on September 8, the second Egypt International Airshow opened on the 8th at Alamein International Airport. Russia showcased various equipment including the export version of the fifth-generation fighter Su-57E with the latest weapon systems, the Yak-130M trainer, the "Buffalo" anti-drone system, and the "Cube" series of loitering munitions. Analysts believe that the importance of Russian weapons has increased against the backdrop of ongoing special military operations.

The equipment displayed by Russia at the Egypt Airshow includes the Yak-130M improved trainer, which just completed its maiden flight in June this year. This trainer features advanced onboard systems, new radar, and more weapon systems than previous models.

The modern communication equipment on the Yak-130M can exchange tactical data with other aircraft and ground command posts. The United Aircraft Corporation stated that the improved Yak-130M has effectively become a "genuine light fighter, with performance significantly superior to its predecessors."

The most important exhibit at this airshow is the export version of the fifth-generation fighter Su-57E. This model will not only participate in ground displays but will also perform flight demonstrations. Alongside the Su-57E, the latest weapons developed for this model, such as the S-71M warhead carrier platform and the S-71K aerial bomb, will also be showcased. According to the United Aircraft Corporation, these two weapons have never been publicly displayed anywhere before.

It is worth mentioning that Russia has begun exporting Su-57E fighters to countries such as Algeria. Russian ace pilot and military expert Vladimir Popov stated that the Su-57E is currently "one of the most sought-after Russian fighters." He said, "Middle Eastern countries that understand Russian equipment may be interested in this fighter. Russian fighters are easy to use and very reliable. Their prices are also very competitive."

At this Egypt Airshow, the High Precision Systems Holding Company, part of the Russian State Technology Corporation, will showcase the "Buffalo" anti-drone system for the first time abroad. This system can be used to protect infrastructure from drone threats and can complement existing multi-tier air defense systems.

The "Buffalo" is designed to deal with low-altitude small targets that are difficult to intercept with traditional air defense means and is equipped with multiple 7.62mm PKT machine guns.

The press release from High Precision Systems states: "The system can independently detect and lock onto drones, then relay target indication information to the machine gun device, with the operator only needing to decide whether to destroy the target."

The "Buffalo" system can not only use target indication data provided by external detection systems but can also complete the air situation map with its own information. It is reported that this system has begun to undertake combat duty tasks and has achieved results in destroying real targets, demonstrating a rapid response capability to aerial threats in actual combat. Developers refer to this system as the last line of defense, capable of entering combat status and implementing interception within seconds.

Military expert Vladimir Baranets stated that in contemporary conflicts with large-scale use of drones, systems like the "Buffalo" are extremely popular. Its emergence is one of the results of Russia's exploration of anti-drone solutions.

In addition, High Precision Systems will also showcase two improved "Pantsir" air defense systems, the "Product 305E" lightweight multi-purpose missile, the "Willow" portable air defense missile system, the "Kornet"-EM anti-tank missile system, the "Red Land"-M2 guided artillery shell, and various other weapon systems in Egypt.

The Kalashnikov Group will display the "Cube" series of loitering munitions in Egypt. Additionally, the group will showcase the RUS-PE portable reconnaissance-strike integrated loitering munition and the "Ray" -350M civilian drone.

Popov believes that the experience gained from special military operations has further enhanced the global reputation of Russian weapons, increasing their importance, especially in the fields of drones and anti-drones. (Translated by Liu Yang)