RSI Europe Špokas or RSI Europe Shpak is a Lithuanian-developed first-person view (FPV) quadcopter drone designed for military applications, particularly as a loitering munition.
Development RSI Europe, a Lithuanian company specializing in remotely controlled systems for the defense sector, developed the Špokas in response to the evolving demands of modern warfare.
Naming The drone is named after the Lithuanian word "špokas," meaning "starling," symbolizing a shared cultural heritage among Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine. The name reflects the historical ties between these nations and their collective defense efforts against eastern aggressors.Lithuanian drone manufacturer RSI Europe delivers first FPV drone kits to Ukraine
Funding In 2024, the Lithuanian National Development Bank ILTE provided RSI Europe with a €4 million loan to support the development and production of advanced defense technologies, including the Špokas FPV drone.
The funding aims to enhance manufacturing capacity, accelerate delivery to allied forces such as Ukraine, and strengthen Lithuania's position as a regional hub for defense innovation.ILTE skolina 4 mln. eurų gynybos technologijų bendrovei „RSI Europe“
Design The Špokas is designed for precision strikes on enemy targets, offering military forces a versatile and effective tool for modern combat scenarios.Lithuanian drone manufacturer RSI Europe has a simple motto: Help Ukraine win
The Špokas system consists of the drone, FPV goggles, a controller, a ground control station, and either a stationary antenna array or an optional drone-mounted retransmission kit. RSI Europe launches Drone Repeater Kit to extend FPV drone operations in EW-contested terrain for Ukrainian and Lithuanian forces
RSI Europe provides the system with supporting services, including FPV operator training, warranty service, and integration into command and control (C2) systems.
Deployment
In October 2024, RSI Europe delivered the first batch of Špokas drones to Ukraine under a $4 million contract.
This delivery marked a significant step in enhancing Ukraine's drone capabilities amidst ongoing conflicts. The drones have been integrated into Ukrainian operations, providing advanced strike capabilities against adversary targets.Lithuanian-Made Shpak FPV Drones Join Ukraine’s Defense Arsenal
In 2026, RSI Europe completed its largest contract to date, delivering 9,500 Shpak FPV drones in three variants along with RISE-1 remote detonation systems, most of which were sent to Ukraine.RSI Europe з Литви виконала найбільший у своїй історії контракт - Україні поставлено більшість дронів із замовлення
Additionally, RSI Europe has been training Lithuanian Armed Forces, the Belgian Armed forces and the Bundeswehr personnel in FPV drone operations since June 2024, ensuring effective utilization of the Špokas in various military applications.
Users
Lithuanian Armed Forces
Armed Forces of Ukraine
See also
Granta Hornet Granta GA-10FPV-AI UDS Partisan Recon Granta X
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