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Mantis

BAE Systems Military Air & Information · Modern (1992–2009)

Mantis — Fixed Wing
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The BAE Systems Mantis Unmanned Autonomous System Advanced Concept Technology Demonstrator is a British demonstrator programme for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV) technology. The Mantis is a twin-engine, turboprop-powered UCAV with a wingspan of approximately 22 m, broadly comparable to the MQ-9 Reaper. Other partners involved in Phase 1 of the Mantis programme include the Ministry of Defence, Rolls-Royce, QinetiQ, GE Aviation, L-3 Wescam, Meggitt and Lola.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
Modern (1992–2009)
Manufacturer
BAE Systems Military Air & Information
Operator
United Kingdom
Status
Active
Service Entry
2009
Engine
2× turboprop
Thrust / Power
380 shp each
Length (ft)
65
Empty Weight (lb)
2205
MTOW (lb)
19842
Endurance (hr)
30 hours
Max Speed (mph)
345