Posted on 02/24/2017 6:53:53 AM PST by w1n1
I do like automatic fire for the assassin mission better than the HE suicide mission.
With automatic fire the assassin can fire several quick burst in to the target and verify the kill. With a self-destruct mission the assassin would have to have an observer or backup drone to verify the kill.
I think a .22 LR or 0.17 HMR Magnum would be my choice for a assassin drone for minimizing weight and maximizing fire power.
A two drone mission would be good idea. One drone could spot the target from say 3000 feet at a distance while the assassin drone could be launched from close range knowing approximately where the target was located.
A third armed drone could be held in reserve in case of failure by the first.
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