3D concept art of a Ukrainian naval drone in the Black Sea. Despite the small size of Ukraine’s “Triton” drone, it is expected to operate as a drone mothership, carrying smaller one-way attack drones. (Shutterstock/Sergey Dzyuba)

Russia Has Good Reason to Fear Ukraine’s ‘Triton’ Drone

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The “Triton” drone is both a drone mothership and a kamikaze drone in its own right—potentially allowing for a terrifying one-two punch against Russian ships.

The Ukrainian military revealed a new sea drone that can carry kamikaze drones and air-to-air missiles. Called the “Triton,” after the mythical son of Poseidon, the uncrewed surface vessel is designed to act as a mothership, carrying drones and air-to-air missiles.  

Ukraine’s “Triton” Is a Drone Mothership  

Year Introduced: 2026 

Number Built: Unknown (Ukrainian operational secret) 

Length: 26 feet (7.95 meters)

Beam (Width): 8.3 feet (2.55 meters) 

Displacement: 4,345 to 8,820 lbs (1,970 to 4,000 kg) depending on the........

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