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Radioplane Dennymite

UAV · WWII (1939–1945)

Radioplane Dennymite — UAV
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The Radioplane OQ-2 was the first mass-produced unmanned aerial vehicle or drone in the United States, manufactured by the Radioplane Company. A follow-on version, the OQ-3, became the most widely used target drone in US service, with over 9,400 being built during World War II.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Sub-Category
UAV
Domain
Defence
Era
WWII (1939–1945)
Engine
Righter O-15-1
Thrust / Power
7 hp (5 kW)
Length (ft)
8
Wingspan (ft)
12
MTOW (lb)
104
Endurance (hr)
1 hour
Max Speed (mph)
85