Moscow • May 22, 2026— Russian state tech giant Rostec has officially launched two new domestically developed agricultural drones, the Phoenix-E and Grouse-S, marking a major breakthrough in the country’s agricultural tech independence and import substitution strategy.
Unveiled at the 2026 Russian Digital Industry Summit, both UAVs have obtained official certification from Rosaviatsia and are approved for full commercial operation nationwide. The two models deliver complementary smart farming solutions to fit Russia’s vast and complex farmland scenarios.
The Phoenix-E is a VTOL fixed-wing drone tailored for large-scale farm monitoring. Equipped with AI multispectral imaging and anti-jamming data transmission, it supports real-time crop health detection, pest and drought identification, and accurate yield forecasting, covering hundreds of hectares efficiently per flight.
Meanwhile, the Grouse-S multirotor drone focuses on precision farm operations. It supports autonomous variable-rate spraying of liquid pesticides and granular fertilizers. With centimeter-level RTK positioning, it effectively reduces chemical waste and improves operation accuracy, adapting to fields, orchards and complex terrains.
Fully designed and manufactured with domestic core components, the new drones greatly reduce Russia’s reliance on foreign agricultural UAVs. Backed by optimized national drone operation regulations valid until 2029, the models serve local large-scale farms and agribusinesses. Rostec also plans to launch export versions for CIS, Middle Eastern and African markets, making Russia a new competitive player in the global precision agriculture drone industry.
Post time: Jun-02-2026