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
WZ-10
Country
Production
2014–
Operators
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES · MODERN ERA
10
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
75
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
◎General6MOD.6
- UAV ClassHALE
- Category (MALE/HALE/Tactical/Micro)Reconnaissance / Surveillance Drones
- First Flight2014
- Service Entry Year2016
- Primary RoleReconnaissance, precision strike, meteorological observation
- In ServiceYes
◈Airframe6MOD.6
- Length9 m
- Wingspan14 m
- Height2.7 m
- Empty Weight2,300 kg
- Max Takeoff Weight3,200 kg
- Low ObservableYes
▣Powerplant3MOD.3
- Engine Typeturbojet
- Number of Engines1
- Engine Power500 kW
◇Performance7MOD.7
- Top Speed750 km/h
- Cruise Speed610 km/h
- Service Ceiling15,000 m
- Range4,000 km
- Endurance20
- Combat / Operating Radius2,000 km
- Maximum Payload400 kg
◆Payload & Sensors6MOD.6
- EO/IR SensorYes
- SAR / GMTI RadarYes
- SIGINT PayloadYes
- Laser DesignatorYes
- Sensor Payload Weight200 kg
- Comms RelayYes
▤Armament5MOD.5
- ArmedYes
- Hardpoints6
- Weapons Payload400 kg
- Weapon TypesBlue Arrow air-to-surface missile, light cruise missiles
- Air-to-Ground MissilesYes
⬢Control & Autonomy3MOD.3
- Control Typeground control station
- Satellite (BLOS) LinkYes
- Autonomous CapableYes
▲Production1MOD.1
- Total Built12
◎Service History1MOD.1
- Operational StatusIn service
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANStill in Service
- 2014Production started
12
years in service
1
countries operating
ⓘ The producing country still actively operates it.
04 / Operators
Operator Countries1country
WZ-10SALES1records
| Year | Buyer | Quantity | Amount | Present Value (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — |
ⓘ "Present Value" is an estimated amount adjusted for inflation.
05 / MASS Score
RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES RANKING Reconnaissance / Surveillance Drones · Modern Era
MASS RANKINGSMASS ↗
29RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES10MODERN ERA · RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES76PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA · ALL WEAPONS170PERFORMANCE/PRICE · RECONNAISSANCE / SURVEILLANCE DRONES
ⓘ Rankings are within theReconnaissance / Surveillance Dronescategory.
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE10terms
Air-to-Ground Missiles are guided missiles fired from aircraft to attack ground targets. They enable aircraft to engage and destroy enemy ground positions, vehicles, and installations.
Operational state of a drone where weapons systems are enabled and ready for engagement.
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.
Electro-optical/infrared sensor combining daylight cameras and thermal imagers for real-time target detection, tracking, and identification in military drones.
A device that emits a laser beam to mark targets for precision-guided munitions, enabling accurate strikes by designating coordinates for laser-homing weapons.
Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Ground Moving Target Indicator (GMTI) radar are airborne radar systems used to detect, track, and image moving or stationary targets on the ground, regardless of weather or lighting conditions.
A communication link between a drone and its control station via satellite relay, enabling beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) operations.
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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