Aarok French Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Aarok
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
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Basic Information
Name
Aarok French Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
Aarok
Alternate Designation
Aarok
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Turgis Gaillard
Date of Introduction
2023
Description
The Aarok French Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) conducts intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions utilizing high-performance optronic and electromagnetic sensors. With its large payload capacity, AAROK can deliver standoff weapons and perform missions such as close air support, air interdiction on high-value targets, strike coordination and reconnaissance, and suppression of enemy air defense. With its remarkable endurance, payload capacity, and ability to be integrated into non-segregated airspace, AAROK offers excellent maritime surveillance and patrol capabilities. AAROK can also be an integral element in anti-submarine warfare operations and search & rescue missions.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine
Turboprop (1200 hp)
Max Speed
450.0 km/h
Endurance
24.00 hrs
Service Ceiling
9145 m
Wingspan
22.00 m
Payload Capacity
3000 kg
System
Alternate Designation
Aarok
Type
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Turgis Gaillard
Payload Capacity
3,000 kg (including weapons, fuel, and sensors)
Communications
multi‑mode radar, satellite communications, LOS/BLOS datalinks, and signal‑intelligence systems.
Hardpoints
INA
Dimensions
Length
14.0 m
Height
INA
Wingspan
22.0 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight
5,500 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
turboprop engine
Engine Power
1,200 hp
Maximum Speed
INA
Cruising Speed
450 km/h (250 kt)
Maximum Range
INA
Service Ceiling
9,145 m
Endurance
24 hours in fully‑armed configuration, extendable to 30 hours for ISR‑only missions.
Armament
Note
Armed with long‑range precision strike capability, AAROK can deploy four 250 kg bombs or two 500 kg munitions, and up to sixteen air‑to‑ground missiles with ranges up to 35 km, allowing stand‑off strikes in contested environments. The weapon suite features modular avionics interfaces for rapid integration, with dual‑mode guidance systems and CEP under 10 m, designed to hit high-value enemy targets while maintaining the UAV’s safety outside hostile air defense coverage. The airframe also supports external fuel tanks to maximize endurance.
Details
Country of Origin
France
Category
UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
A
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
14 m
Width
22 m
Height
—
Weight
5500 kg
Operators (2)
France
India
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