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An experienced Russian sniper explains the dramatic changes for snipers brought about by drones.
“Complete destruction of ‘invisibility.’
Previously, a sniper could lie under camouflage for hours, blending into the terrain and being virtually invisible to ground infantry
“Now even the most experienced sniper is a target for an ordinary quadcopter with a good camera and thermal imager.
Drones with thermal imagers see through bushes, grass, smoke and light cover.
“The lifespan of a position has been dramatically reduced.
It doesn't matter how quietly you work now: if someone notices the sound of a shot, they immediately raise a copter or a swarm bundle (several drones at once).
“After a shot or series, the UAV operator checks the direction and resets the coordinates to the artillery or mortar.
The lifespan of a position is within 30-60 minutes, not hours, as before.
“A ‘camouflage war’ has appeared
A sniper now not only camouflages himself under the enemy's eyes, but also under the algorithms of a drone camera.
New camouflage materials have appeared - multispectral networks, thermal screens, capes with heat insulation.
“A competent sniper carries a cape with him, which can be quickly pulled on to conceal heat.
Sometimes a sniper burrows into the ground or a trench to reduce the heat signature.
The threat zone has expanded
Previously, the main threat was an enemy within line of sight or reconnaissance on foot.
Now a drone can ‘see’ you a kilometer away, even if you don’t see it.
“More risk zones: not only the front, but also the rear or flank can ‘shine’ for a drone.
High-altitude reconnaissance UAVs transmit artillery data in real time.
“Kamikaze drones and FPV have become ‘anti-snipers.’
FPV drones and kamikaze drones have appeared that specifically hunt for people with expensive equipment (snipers, ATGM operators).
“A sniper must take into account cover from above (nets, trees, buildings).
After a shot, immediately leave or take cover, otherwise you can get an explosive charge right in the head or in a trench.
“Tactics have changed
Sniper is now part of a complex group:
There is always a spotter in the group to observe the drone.
Radio interception and electronic warfare are used to jam drones.
False positions and mock-ups are used for deception.
“A lone sniper is a suicide bomber.
A sniper pair is a minimum. A trio is better: sniper, spotter and observer/cover.
How to live on?
Mobility is more important than the ‘perfect shot’.
“Camo must now work in three ranges: visual, IR, thermal.
You need to know which drones are operating in your area and their capabilities (range, optics, FPV or reconnaissance).
Every shot is a risk. Therefore, you need to shoot at a really important target.”
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