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Rostec has developed a 30 mm programmable airburst munition for countering small drones, compatible with the 2A42 automatic cannon. The 30x165 mm round features a shrapnel projectile and a remotely programmed fuze, designed to create a lethal fragmentation volume to intercept drones.

Its integration into vehicles like BMP-2s and helicopters such as Mi-28NM enhances local air defense capabilities, allowing units to engage threats without specialized support. The munition was unveiled at the World Defense Show in Riyadh, indicating a focus on international markets. Production timelines and integration specifics remain unspecified.