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Wespe German Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

Wespe

Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
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Basic Information
Name
Wespe German Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
Wespe
Alternate Designation
Wespe
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Avilus
Date of Introduction
2025
Description

The Wespe German Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) enables uncrewed, mid-range transportation of casualties from field hospitals to surgical facilities or across naval platforms. It is designed for the autonomous backhaul of stabilized casualties and is particularly useful for naval deployments when helicopter capacity is limited or operational restrictions apply. The UAV also allows for on-demand emergency resupply in high-risk environments through air-dropped speed bags. Additionally, it provides force protection with the tactical deployment of precision-guided munitions for anti-armor defense and direct-fire capabilities. The medical cabin of the Wespe is tailored to accommodate its freight volume, making it a valuable asset for medical evacuation in high-risk naval and land operations. Its military-grade avionics system offers reliable guidance, navigation, and flight control, even in contested environments.

Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine Gas Turbine (180 hp)
Max Speed 120.0 km/h
Cruise Speed 120.0 km/h
Range 300.0 km
Service Ceiling 5500 m
Rotor Diameter 6.50 m
System
Alternate Designation Wespe
Type Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer Avilus
Flight Control Primary and secondary flightcontrol system
Navigation Satellite and inertial navigation
Data Links Multiple LOS and BLOS links
Ground Control Mobile-duplex GCS, vehicle integratable
Battle Management Integrated for planning, dispatching and monitoring
Optics Hensoldt ARGOS
Packing Size 20 ft ISO-Container
Total Payload 350 kg (772 lbs)
Dimensions
Enclosing Diameter 7.2 m (23.6 ft)
Height INA
Rotor Diameter 6.5 m (21 ft)
Maximum Takeoff Weight 900 kg (1764 lbs)
Automotive
Engine Name INA
Engine Type Turbine
Engine Power 180 kW (245 hp)
Fuel Type JET A, JET A-1, JET B,
No.3 Jet Fuel, TS-1,
RT, NATO code F-34
(JP8), F44 (JP5)
Fuel Consumption 29 l/h (7.7 gal./h)
Maximum Speed INA
Cruise Speed 120 km/h (67.5 kts)
Maximum Range 300 km (162 NM)
Service Ceiling 5,500 m (1,8045 ft)
Endurance INA
Details
Country of Origin Germany
Category UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
W
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
Width
7.2 m
Height
Weight
408.23 kg
Operators (1)
Germany
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