A new Polish compact and lethal will debut at the upcoming International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO) in Kielce.
The X-FRONTER, a drone that weighs just over one kilogram and fits into a backpack, is being touted as a game-changer for infantry soldiers, providing both reconnaissance and strike capabilities in a compact form.
This advanced piece of technology, developed by WB Electronics, has been generating significant interest among defense experts. While the X-FRONTER’s demonstrator made its debut two years ago, it will now be showcased in its fully developed form at the MSPO.
One of the key features of the X-FRONTER is its encrypted military-grade communication link, designed to withstand jamming attempts, ensuring reliable surveillance over distances of several kilometers. But surveillance is only part of the drone’s capabilities. The X-FRONTER can also carry a small explosive payload, and in the future, it may be outfitted with thermobaric, fragmentation, or cumulative warheads.
“Waży zaledwie około kilograma i mieści się w plecaku, ale gdy trzeba, stanowi śmiertelną broń. Nowy polski wynalazek, czyli dron #XFRONTER, to marzenie każdego żołnierza, pozwalające widzieć mu kilka kilometrów wkoło, a gdy trzeba, zaatakować zbliżającego się wroga z powietrza.… pic.twitter.com/bhuWXU06Bu
— WB GROUP (@WBGroup_PL) August 27, 2024
The drone’s design, resembling a PET bottle in size and shape, makes it easy to carry. According to WB Electronics, the X-FRONTER can be equipped not only with explosive charges and camera heads but also with other technical innovations. It can function as a flare marker, an infrared marker, or even deploy a smoke screen.
Moreover, the X-FRONTER’s technology allows for swarm operations, enabling a group of these small drones to work together, sharing tasks. Several drones could serve as reconnaissance units, while others, equipped with explosive payloads, could act as mobile artillery, capable of striking an approaching enemy. All of this is controlled from a small panel.
The X-FRONTER can reach a maximum speed of 60 kilometers per hour and ascend to an altitude of 300 meters. It has a flight time of up to 40 minutes, offering substantial operational flexibility.