Smallest drone capable of carrying a missile
- Who
- Arcturus T-20 UAV
- Where
- United States
- When
- 2011
Made by the Arcturus Company based in California, USA, the Arcturus T-20 UAV is the smallest drone (unmanned airborne device) capable of carrying a small missile. Although mainly used as a surveillance instrument, the drone can carry a maximum payload of 29.5 kg (65 lb) and remain airborne for 16 hours with a 15.8-kg (35-lb) payload. The drone can reach an altitude of 4,570 m (15,000 ft) and, as it carries most of its fuel in its 15.2-m (17-ft) wing, it has capacity for small payloads such as the MBDA Saber missile and other sensors. It is 2.8 m (9-ft 5-in) long.