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TDR

Interstate Aircraft · United States · WWII (1939–1945)

TDR — Fixed Wing
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The Interstate TDR was an early unmanned combat aerial vehicle — referred to at the time as an "assault drone" — developed by the Interstate Aircraft and Engineering Corporation during the Second World War for use by the United States Navy. Capable of being armed with bombs or torpedoes, 2,000 aircraft were ordered, but only around 200 were built. The type saw some service in the Pacific Theater against the Japanese, but continuing developmental issues affecting the aircraft, along with the success of operations using more conventional weapons, led to the decision being made to cancel the assault drone program in October 1944.

Specifications

Category
Fixed Wing
Domain
Defence
Era
WWII (1939–1945)
Country
United States
Manufacturer
Interstate Aircraft
Operator
United States Navy
Service Entry
1944
Produced
195
Engine
2× opposed piston engines
Thrust / Power
220 hp each
Wingspan (ft)
48
MTOW (lb)
5900
Range (mi)
425
Max Speed (mph)
140
Armament
One 2000 lb bomb or one aerial torpedo