Ukrainian State Enterprise "Antonov" is set to manufacture French Aarok UAVs, as reported by La Tribune. The French company Turgis & Gaillard has signed an agreement with "Antonov" for the local production of UAVs based on the Aarok MALE (Medium Altitude Long Endurance) drone.

This agreement was finalized during the visit of French Defense Minister Sebastien Lecornu to Kyiv last week. The Aarok drone, showcased at the Paris Air Show in June, is touted as France's largest strike-reconnaissance drone to date.

The Aarok UAV is capable of performing both reconnaissance and strike missions. Its primary armament includes the AASM Hammer high-precision air-to-ground munition, featuring warheads ranging from 125 to 1,000 kg and a reach of 35 km.

A notable feature of the Aarok drone is its stable and robust chassis, enabling it to be deployed in field conditions without the need for specialized infrastructure.

Furthermore, Defense Express, a specialized publication, highlights that a smaller and more cost-effective version of the drone will be produced specifically for Ukraine, although specific details about its characteristics have not been disclosed at this time.