M690B Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

M690B

Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

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M690B Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) (A)TRADOC ODIN WEG

Basic Information

Name

M690B Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

Designation

M690B

Alternate Designation

M690B

Equipment Type

Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

Manufacturer

T-DRONES

Date of Introduction

2021

Description

The M690B Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is a commercial-grade industrial quadcopter designed and manufactured by T-DRONES, a Chinese aerospace technology company based in Nanchang, Jiangxi Province. Launched in late 2021, the M690B represents a refined industrial platform optimized for extended operational duration, payload flexibility, and portability. The platform's distinguishing characteristics include its lightweight aluminum construction, modular gimbal architecture, and customizable secondary development capabilities—positioning it within the mid-tier commercial UAV segment rather than military applications. The M690B is a mature industrial multirotor platform optimized for commercial applications that require extended endurance, operational simplicity, and payload flexibility. Its Chinese origin, modular architecture, and competitive pricing position it within the accessible segment of the professional UAV market, appealing to organizations seeking custom-integrated solutions rather than turnkey enterprise systems. While technical specifications lag premium competitors in transmission range and positioning accuracy, the M690B's exceptional endurance efficiency and open development framework enable specialized mission profiles in surveying, inspection, and environmental monitoring. Operators considering an acquisition should evaluate integration requirements (flight control, battery, sensors), regulatory compliance in target jurisdictions, and the availability of technical support through authorized distributors.

Air & Air Defense Specifications

Engine T-MOTOR's proprietary propulsion system.

Range 10.0 km

Endurance 58.00 hrs

Service Ceiling 1000 m

Payload Capacity 2 kg

System

Alternate Designation M690B

Type Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

Manufacturer T-DRONES

Payload Capacity 2.0 kg

Standard Payload Options Thermal imaging cameras (for infrastructure inspection, search and rescue, medical delivery thermal screening). Laser night vision systems (surveillance, law enforcement applications). High-intensity searchlights (night-time search and rescue, perimeter security). Mechanical winch systems (small cargo recovery, sample collection). Modular cargo boxes (supply delivery, sealed payload protection). The M690B supports strong secondary development capabilities, enabling customers to integrate specialized sensors (LiDAR, hyperspectral cameras, magnetic anomaly detectors, radiological monitoring equipment) through firmware development and gimbal interface adaptation. This modularity appeals to research institutions, surveying firms, and environmental monitoring enterprises requiring platform flexibility without complete system redesign.

Control The M690B employs T-MOTOR's proprietary propulsion system, paired with PIXHAWK flight control architecture. This combination enables autonomous waypoint navigation, GPS-denied contingency fallback to stabilized hover, and compatibility with open-source autopilot software ecosystems. The flight controller is sold separately, reflecting T-DRONES' modular business model wherein customers select appropriate control systems based on mission requirements (PIXHAWK for standard commercial operations, alternative FC options for specialized applications).

Operating Temperature -15°C to +50°C

Dimensions

Dimensions (Packed) 530 × 240 × 245mm

Dimensions (Unfolded) 570mm × 570mm × 475mm

Maximum Takeoff Weight 5.8 kg

Automotive

Engine Name INA

Engine Type T-MOTOR's proprietary propulsion system.

Engine Power INA

Battery Battery options include the ARES 6S 22AH battery (nominal 22,600 mAh capacity at 6S lithium configuration) or equivalent smart batteries with integrated battery management systems.

Max Ascent Speed 5 m/s. 18 km/h climb rate; typical for payload-carrying platforms.

Max Descent Speed 3 m/s. Conservative descent limit ensures controlled emergency landing.

Max Horizontal Speed 15 m/s. 54 km/h cruise speed; balances endurance vs. mission timeline.

Maximum Range 10 km line-of-sight (standard); 30 km referenced in general T-DRONES material

Service Ceiling 1,000 m

Endurance kg Payload: ≥58 minutes hover time; 1 kg ≥55 minutes reported in alternative sources. 1.5 kg Payload: ≥48 minutes hover time. 2 kg Payload: Flight time reduces to approximately 40-45 minutes (interpolated from payload curves).

Wind Resistance 12m/s (Force 6)

Image Sources

Notes https://www.unmannedsystemstechnology.com/company/t-drones/m690b-multirotor-drone/; https://www.unmannedsystemstechnology.com/company/t-drones/; https://www.t-drones.com/product/M690B.html

Details

Country of Origin China

Category UAVs

Air > UAVs

Classification

Domain

Air & Air Defense

Equipment Status

Active

Dimensions

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Weight

5.8 kg

Operators (1)

China

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