Midnight Lab (MNL) offers some of the most effective REB complexes https://mnl.com.ua/en/product-category/kompleks-reb/ on the Ukrainian market, specifically adapted for countering FPV drones and UAVs. Their solutions have proven their efficiency on the front lines, protecting AFU positions and mobile groups.
About Midnight Lab (MNL) Company
Midnight Lab is a Ukrainian manufacturer of defense technologies, founded to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine amid full-scale aggression. The company focuses on developing and producing REB systems, drones, demining solutions, and other high-tech frontline equipment.
- History and Mission: Started with lab prototypes, quickly scaled to serial production. Goal: provide troops with affordable, reliable tools to counter enemy UAVs directly from the manufacturer.
- Production Capacities: Modern facilities in Ukraine, certified materials, rapid scaling for AFU orders via platforms like DOT-Chain Defence.
- Achievements: Direct frontline deliveries, positive feedback from units, customization to specific enemy frequency ranges.
Advantages of MNL REB Complexes
MNL REB systems stand out for their versatility, mobility, and high jamming power, making them superior to analogs.
- Wide Frequency Range: Covers control channels, FPV video, and GPS navigation (from 300 MHz to several GHz).
- Autonomy: Batteries for 8–24 hours without recharging, grid-independent — ideal for field conditions.
- Compactness and Light Weight: From 5–15 kg, easily mounted on vehicles, trenches, or stationary positions.
- Cost-Effectiveness: Low power consumption, modular design for upgrades, combat durability.
- Safety: No impact on friendly AFU drones with proper setup, minimal side effects.
Top REB Complex Models
MNL offers a series of dome and mobile complexes, led by “Dronopad” — the flagship for key object protection https://mnl.com.ua/en/product-category/kompleks-reb/.
| Model | Frequencies | Application | Key Features | Advantages |
| Dronopad (vehicle) | 300-600 MHz + extensions | Transport, positions, depots | 360° dome field, up to 2 km range, auto-detection | High mobility, deployment in 2 min |
| Dronopad 300-600 MHz (stationary) | 300-600 MHz | Territorial protection | 12+ hr autonomy, 1–1.5 km radius | Reliable in rain/frost, easy maintenance |
| Mobile REB on NRK base | Broadband (FPV/GPS) | Groups, armored vehicles | <10 kg weight, motorcycle integration | Fast movement, frequency adaptation |
| Universal complex | 400-800 MHz + GPS | Infantry, fortified areas | Modular design, custom upgrades | Resource savings, effective vs swarms |
Practical Applications
MNL complexes integrate into various tactical scenarios, providing layered protection against enemy drones.
- For AFU: Position, logistics, HQ protection — disrupts 80–90% of FPV attacks in range.
- Mobile Groups: Mount on cars or quads for “hunting” enemy UAVs.
- Stationary Sites: Dome protection for depots, bridges, fortifications without constant oversight.
- Integration: Compatible with other systems (REB + acoustics), tuned to specific threats.
Users praise ease of use: turn on, select mode, and it auto-jams signals.
Comparison with Competitors
MNL outperforms many manufacturers in price/quality ratio and frontline adaptability.
- Vs BlueBird Tech: MNL more compact, better autonomy; BlueBird stronger in power supply.
- Vs Import Analogs: Full localization, fast delivery (1–3 days), frequency customization without bureaucracy.
- Efficiency: Tests show edge in disrupting FPV attacks over basic REBs.
Ordering and Support
MNL streamlined the process: troops order directly via site or DOT-Chain, delivery “from factory to front”.
- Payment: Secure methods, prepay/postpay for AFU.
- Delivery: Across Ukraine via Nova Poshta or courier, urgent to front.
- Service: 12-month warranty, training, upgrades, 24/7 hotline.
These solutions are key to victory in the air war.