UAV-dropped AO-2.5RT with electronic fuze

24 Nov 2025

AO-2.5RT submunitions have been modified by Ukrainian forces for dropping by uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs)

AO-2.5RT submunitions have been modified by Ukrainian forces for dropping by uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs)
The mechanical I-352V fuze is replaced with an electronic fuze
The electronic fuze is likely similar to the "Johnny” [Ukr: Джонні] programmable fuzes)
The fuze may initiate via:
- Impact (accelerometer)
- Delayed movement (accelerometer)
- Non-contact (magnetometer)

METIS Links

Munitions: AO-2.5RT, Johnny M, Johnny K

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Link 1, Link 2

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