V Bat

V Bat from USA, produced by Martin UAV (Shield AI acquires Martin UAV)

Introduce:

A vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) UAV with unique tail-sitter design by MLB Company. Good for shipboard and confined areas.

The V-BAT 128 unmanned aircraft features VTOL capabilities and a small footprint, which allow for easy launch, transport and operation. The drone has a length of 2.74m and a wingspan of 2.95m. It weighs 56.6kg, including fuel and payload.

The aircraft’s assembly can be performed in less than 30 minutes by two personnel and the system can be transported and deployed by a minivan, light tactical vehicle or a helicopter such as Black Hawk.

The UAS features a single-engine ducted fan propulsion design, which eliminates the need for launch and recovery support equipment as well as exposed rotors that are commonly found in propeller-driven VTOLs.