Data Quality81%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the reconnaissance / surveillance drones category.
01 / Overview
Airbus Zephyr 6
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES
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PERFORMANCE/PRICE
55
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
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ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the reconnaissance / surveillance drones category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General4MOD.4
- UAV ClassHAPS
- Category (MALE/HALE/Tactical/Micro)high-altitude platform station
- First Flight2006
- Primary Rolereconnaissance
◈Airframe3MOD.3
- Wingspan18 m
- Empty Weight30 kg
- Max Takeoff Weight30 kg
▣Powerplant2MOD.2
- Engine Typeelectric
- Electric PropulsionYes
◇Performance3MOD.3
- Service Ceiling18,300 m
- Endurance87
- Maximum Payload2 kg
◆Payload & Sensors1MOD.1
- Comms RelayYes
▤Control & Autonomy1MOD.1
03 / History
04 / Variants
▚ WEAPON FAMILY
06 / MASS Score
RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES RANKING Reconnaissance / Surveillance Drones
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
4RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES25UNITED KINGDOM · ALL WEAPONS237PERFORMANCE/PRICE · RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES
ⓘ Rankings are within theReconnaissance / Surveillance Dronescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
Capable of performing tasks or missions without direct human control, using onboard systems to make decisions and execute actions.
A capability enabling drones to relay communication signals between units, extending operational range and maintaining network connectivity in combat environments.
Electric Propulsion: A propulsion system using electric motors powered by batteries or other electrical energy sources to generate thrust.
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