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Russian MANPADS crew reportedly use construction crane for drone intercepts

Monday, September 21, 2026 at 02:13 PM

A Telegram post described an unconventional method for intercepting drones, where a Russian MANPADS crew reportedly operated from a construction crane basket. The elevation provided by the crane is said to improve firing conditions by clearing line-of-sight obstacles.

The post suggested that the elevated position helps overcome obstructions such as streetlights, power lines, and buildings that typically hinder ground-level drone engagement.

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Reported by @ClashReport on Telegram.
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Russian MANPADS crew reportedly use construction crane for drone intercepts

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