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Gepard anti-aircraft gun proves its worth in Ukraine, four years on
- Germany delivered Gepard anti-aircraft guns to Ukraine in 2022, becoming a pivotal short-range air defense asset.
- The Gepard has been dubbed the 'best drone killer' by Ukrainian media due to its radar and 35mm cannons.
- Gepard ammunition production resumed in Germany to satisfy high demand from Ukraine.
- Rheinmetall plans more Gepard ammunition and new 35mm rounds will begin deliveries in 2026.
- The Gepard’s design makes it effective against drones at low cost compared with Patriot or IRIS-T missiles.
- Gepard was originally retired from the Bundeswehr but was reassessed after Russia's invasion in 2022.
- The Gepard's success highlighted a broader need for affordable, mobile air defense against drones.
- Germany's plan includes the Skyranger system to further enhance air defense by 2026.
- Gepard units were delivered starting July 2022, with ongoing support in ammunition and upkeep.
- Ukraine relies on Gepard alongside other air defenses as drones remain a primary threat.
- The Gepard's combination of radar and 35mm cannons creates a dense fire cloud against drones.
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