A new DART missile has been developed in Ukraine, which is launched from stratospheric balloons at an altitude of 12–18 km. This approach makes it possible to increase the missile’s operational range and reduce the impact of air defence and electronic warfare. The missile is equipped with a warhead weighing between 3.5 and 10 kg and is designed to engage ground targets.
- A new DART missile has been developed in Ukraine.
- The launch takes place from an altitude of 12–18 km.
- The warhead of the missile weighs between 3.5 and 10 kg.
- The concept combines an airborne platform with a guided munition.
- The missile is designed to engage ground targets.
Technical features of the DART rocket
Ukrainian rocket DART It is designed to be launched from stratospheric balloons at an altitude of approximately 12–18 kilometres. This launch method makes it possible to extend the weapon’s operational range and partially evade the effects of air defence and electronic warfare systems. The missile’s warhead weighs between 3.5 and 10 kg, enabling it to effectively engage ground targets.
Concept of use and operational role
According to the information Military, the DART missile project is based on combining an aerial platform — a stratospheric balloon — with a guided impact munition. This enables precision strikes against ground targets with high accuracy and from a safe distance. This approach opens up new possibilities for conducting military operations, particularly when the enemy is actively employing air defence and electronic warfare systems.
Impact on Ukraine’s defence capabilities
The development of the DART missile expands the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ arsenal with innovative weapons. Launching from stratospheric balloons enhances the mobility and stealth of strikes, which could change the tactics for deploying missile systems. At the same time, this helps to conserve resources and reduce risks to operators.
