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Beechcraft MQM-61 Cardinal
UAV · Early Jet (1946–1969)
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The MQM-61 Cardinal is a target drone designed and built by Beechcraft.
Specifications
Category Fixed Wing
Sub-Category UAV
Domain Defence
Era Early Jet (1946–1969)
Engine McCulloch TC6150-J-2
Thrust / Power 125 hp (94 kW)
Length (ft) 15
Wingspan (ft) 13
MTOW (lb) 664
Endurance (hr) 1 hours
Service Ceiling (ft) 43000
Max Speed (mph) 350