Chinese Type 81 mine in Ukraine - test

New Russian microwave doppler fuze

New Russian microwave doppler fuze

27 Apr 2026

27 Apr 2026

27 Apr 2026

A new Russian electronic proximity fuze has been seen

  • It is reportedly designated ‘Tushkan’ (Ru: Тушкан)

  • This fuze is claimed to incorporate a microwave doppler sensor

  • The design is likely a Russian attempt to copy the Ukrainian Drop and Drop-2

  • It is reported to have a detection range of 3-12 m, and is only initiated by targets moving above 7 kph

  • The self-destruct period is claimed to be 18 days

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