The weapon has been in development in the UK for over seven years, with its first successful test on an aerial target carried out in January. The laser weapon is actually not scheduled to be introduced until 2027.
But like the US, Ukraine hopes to be able to use the 'Dragon Fire' sooner. But as the situation on the front lines worsens, the delivery will likely come too late in the Ukraine war. The drone destroyer should stand out above all because of its speed of light and precision. According to the UK Ministry of Defense, the 'Dragon Fire' manages to hit a £1 coin (about the size of a 50 cent coin) from a kilometer away. The device is significantly cheaper than shooting down drones with missiles, as is currently done in Ukraine. In addition, laser systems only rely on electricity - the ammunition cannot run out, as was the case on Ukrainian front lines.