Data Quality83%
MASS(Military Archive Scoring System)
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the reconnaissance / surveillance drones category.
01 / Overview
EADS Barracuda
Country
Prime contractor
Production
2003–
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES · POST-COLD WAR
25
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
35
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
◎General5MOD.5
- UAV ClassUCAV
- Category (MALE/HALE/Tactical/Micro)Reconnaissance / Surveillance Drones
- First Flight2006
- Primary Roletechnology demonstrator
- In ServiceNo
◈Airframe5MOD.5
- Length8.25 m
- Wingspan7.22 m
- Empty Weight2,300 kg
- Max Takeoff Weight3,250 kg
- Low ObservableYes
▣Powerplant3MOD.3
- Engine TypePratt & Whitney JT15D
- Number of Engines1
- Electric PropulsionNo
◇Performance3MOD.3
- Top Speed1,041 km/h
- Service Ceiling6,100 m
- Range200 km
◆Armament4MOD.4
- ArmedNo
- Hardpoints0
- Weapons Payload0 kg
- Air-to-Ground MissilesNo
▤Control & Autonomy2MOD.2
⬢Service History2MOD.2
- Production Start2003
- Operational Statusretired
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
- 2003Production started
23
years in service
0
countries operating
ⓘ 2 countries retired it.
05 / MASS Score
RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES RANKING Reconnaissance / Surveillance Drones · Post-Cold War
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
101RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES25POST-COLD WAR · RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES59SPAIN · ALL WEAPONS269PERFORMANCE/PRICE · RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES
ⓘ Rankings are within theReconnaissance / Surveillance Dronescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE2terms
Capable of performing tasks or missions without direct human control, using onboard systems to make decisions and execute actions.
Aircraft design and technology features that reduce detection by radar, infrared, acoustic, and other sensors through shaping, materials, and emissions control.
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