DP-01 Interceptor Drone Development and Manufacturing

The company is developing the DP-01 interceptor drone, designed to counter strike and other unmanned aerial vehicles.

Operational DP-01 prototypes have already been developed, with a maximum speed of approximately 326 km/h and a flight altitude of up to 5,000 m. The drones are undergoing field testing and are being prepared for the next stages of trials.

The next development stage includes upgrading the platform and creating a version capable of speeds of up to 600 km/h, as well as launching serial production.

A separate area of the project is the establishment of in-house production of engines and battery systems, which can be used both in the DP-01 and in other unmanned platforms.

Product

The DP-01 is being developed as a relatively affordable solution for countering hostile UAVs, including Shahed-type drones, as well as other aerial targets.

Key specifications of the current version:

• maximum speed — 326 km/h;
• flight altitude — up to 5,000 m;
• potential for further platform upgrades;
• prospective version — speed of up to 600 km/h;
• designed for serial production with competitive manufacturing costs.

According to the project initiators, as of September 2026, the development has undergone the relevant review by the General Staff, while the company is awaiting a decision on state grant financing.

Market

In 2026, the potential Ukrainian market for interceptor drones is estimated at approximately $6.8 billion, while demand from the Defense Forces may reach up to 3,000 units per day.

The company plans to reach a production level of approximately 2,000 drones per month by November 2026.

Potential Customers

The main customer categories include:

• military units;
• government institutions;
• charitable and volunteer foundations;
• organizations procuring technical equipment for the Defense Forces.

According to the company, preliminary agreements regarding future product sales are already in place.

The main component suppliers are located in Ukraine, European countries, and China.

Current Project Status

The company was established in May 2026.

To date:

• several operational DP-01 prototypes have been developed and are undergoing testing;
• the prototype has reached a maximum speed of 326 km/h;
• field testing is underway;
• preparations for the next stages of testing are ongoing;
• an upgraded version with a speed of up to 600 km/h is under development;
• preparations for serial production are underway;
• in-house engine production is being developed.

The company’s primary asset is its proprietary technology and the DP-01 product.

Team

The company has two founders and a team of 4 technical specialists.

The founders also have prior international experience.

Production Plan Through the End of 2026

The company plans to manufacture:

• 5,000 DP-01 drones;
• 30,000 drone engines;
• 100 upgraded drones with speeds of up to 600 km/h.

Payback period after the launch of serial production: 6 months

Investment Opportunity

Required investment: $700,000

The company is prepared to consider several cooperation formats:

• acquisition of an equity stake in the company;
• investor participation through a percentage of sales;
• investment financing at 35% per annum for the term of the investment agreement;
• other transaction structures proposed by the investor.

Investment Budget

$220,000 — further development of the DP-01, preparation for mass production, and codification.

$90,000 — purchase of equipment and materials to launch in-house production of the first batch of 4,000 engines.

$390,000 — purchase of components for the first serial batch of drones.

Investments Made to Date

The founders have already invested approximately $60,000 of their own funds in product development and prototype creation.

Investor Exit Strategy

The project provides for the possibility of an investor exit through the sale of the stake to a strategic, corporate, or private investor.

According to the project initiators’ forecast, the company’s potential valuation in three years could reach approximately $60 million.

The projected figure for 2027 is approximately $10 million.

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