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HESA Fotros

HESA · UAV · Digital Age (2010–present)

HESA Fotros — UAV
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The HESA Fotros is an Iranian reconnaissance, surveillance, and combat unmanned aerial vehicle built by Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries Corporation and unveiled in November 2013. It was the largest Iranian drone at its unveiling. It has an operational range of 1,700 km to 2,000 km with a flight endurance of 16 to 30 hours depending on armament. The name refers to a fallen angel in Shia mythology which was redeemed by Imam Husayn ibn Ali. The Fotros carries up to six missiles or bombs.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
UAV
Domain
Defence
Era
Digital Age (2010–present)
Manufacturer
HESA
Operator
Iran
Status
Active
Service Entry
2020
Produced
3
Endurance (hr)
16 to 30 hours
Service Ceiling (ft)
25000
Range (mi)
1243