# Ukraine builds cheap alternative to Patriot missiles

**Switching Demand Score:** 45/100

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Thread | Ukraine builds cheap alternative to Patriot missiles |
| Switching from | Patriot |
| Category | Analytics |
| Thread type | Story |
| Points | 8 |
| Comments | 5 |
| Posted | 2026-06-10 |
| Linked site | https://www.ft.com/content/c5839dd4-c4e9-4503-a605-67dcef053845 |

## Why this score
- Names the product being replaced (Patriot).
- Active discussion.

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