Lipán M3
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Lipán M3 from Argentina, produced by Argentinean army for surveillance and reconnaissance operations
Introduce:
The Lipan M3 is a tactical uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by the Argentinean army for surveillance and reconnaissance operations. The project was also aimed at developing indigenous UAV production capabilities.
The Lipan has its wing mounted high toward the rear of the fuselage and is propelled by a rear-mounted propeller. Two booms extend rear from the wings to the tail, which is of the lambda design. The air vehicle is constructed of composite materials.
General characteristics
- Length: 3.55 m (11 ft 8 in)
- Wingspan: 4.6 m (15 ft 1 in)
- Max takeoff weight: 60 kg (132 lb)
- Propellers: 2-bladed
Performance
- Maximum speed: 170 km/h (110 mph, 92 kn)
- Range: 40 km (25 mi, 22 nmi)
- Endurance: 5
- Service ceiling: 2,000 m (6,600 ft)