ZALA Z-16

The time-tested, most popular type of BVS in the ZALA serial range with resistance to REB and air defence signals

Effective range 75+ км
Endurance 4+ h
Takeoff weight 10,5 kg
Wingspan 2 815 мм
Description

ZALA Z-16 is a time-tested, the most popular type of BVS in the ZALA serial range. It is launched from a pneumatic launcher. Increased payload capacity of the aircraft allows to install on board additional equipment for complex analysis of the underlying surface. HD video streaming allows the ground station operator to receive detailed video images in real time.

Key benefits

  • Signal retransmission
  • Radio Interference resistance
  • Low RCS and acoustic signature
  • Interference-protected communication channel
  • Counteraction against EW and anti-aircraft warfare
  • Smart navigation and communication module
  • On-board AI for object search and identification with priority target selection mode
Specifications
Takeoff weight 10,5 kg
Maximum payload weight 1.8 + kg
Wingspan 2815 mm
Engine type Electric
Endurance 4+ hr
Range (video) 75+ km
Operational altitude 200-5000 м
Ceiling 5000 m
Speed range 65-110 km/h
Launch Pneumatic-type launcher
Landing Parachute, air absorber
Operating temperature range - 40°C ... + 50°C
Maximum wind speed 15 m/s
Navigation INS with SNS correction, double-range finder, alternative navigation system, video navigation (VNS)
Payloads
Видео
Explore Our Videos
ZALA Z-16: November 2024
ZALA: Combat operations of the Lancet and Z-16 operators of Troop Group South
ZALA Lancet: effective work in conjunction with Z-16
ZALA Z-16: real combat experience
ZALA Z-16: Objective control of missile strikes by the Russian Armed Forces
ZALA Z-16: October 2024
Operation of ZALA Z-16 calculations in September 2024
ZALA Z-16 in August
Work of ZALA Z-16 calculations in August 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in June 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation Area in May 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in April 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in March 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in February 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in January 2024
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in December 2023
Use of the ZALA Z-16 reconnaissance ballistic missile in the Special Military Operation area in November 2023
Новости
Latest Events
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New posters from ZALA
08 February, 2025
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ZALA Z-16: November 2024
04 December, 2024
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ZALA Z-16: real combat experience
15 November, 2024
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ZALA Z-16: October 2024
05 November, 2024
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The Lancet: night work
31 October, 2024
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The Lancet: tank destruction
30 October, 2024
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Lancet: Destroying watercraft.
27 October, 2024.
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Federal media about ZALA
26 July, 2024
ZALA Z16 2024
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ZALA Z-16 in February 2024
06 March, 2024