The war in Ukraine has become a reallife testing ground for advanced weaponry, with drones taking center stage. Among these innovations is the S70 Okhotnik, also known as HunterB. This unmanned combat aerial vehicle signifies Russia's push towards integrating hightech stealth and combat capabilities into its drone fleet. The Kremlin boasts that the S70 will be a gamechanger on the battlefield and NATO is definitely watching closely.
Russia initially planned a swift deployment of the S70, with deliveries slated for 2024. However, this timeline has been a moving target. In April 2023, production was pushed back to no earlier than 2025. Now, recent reports suggest a potential return to a late 2024 production start. This statement was revealed by the Novosibirsk district vicegovernor, where the production of this unmanned drone will take place. This inconsistency timeline leads us to confusion: when will the S70 see service, and what role will it have in the ongoing conflict?
Before delving into this question, let's take a closer look at the S70’s capabilities to understand its potential role on the battlefield, whenever that may be.

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