DRS RQ-15 Neptune

The DRS RQ-15 Neptune is a reconnaissance UAV developed in the United States in the early years of the 21st century. The design is optimised for operations over water and is capable of water landings on its flying-boat-like hull. The 11.2 kW (15 hp) pusher engine is mounted high to keep it dry during takeoffs and landings. The Neptune can also be launched off a pneumatic catapult and land on a skid.

The DRS RQ-15 Neptune is a reconnaissance UAV developed in the United States in the early years of the 21st century.1
The DRS RQ-15 Neptune™ Unmanned Aircraft System is the latest in the DRS family of mobile, low-footprint tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The RQ-15 Neptune™ can be operated from land or sea.2

Made by DRS Technologies.

Der DRS RQ-15 Neptune ist ein Projekt für eine ultraleichte Aufklärungsdrohne.3
Wasp HI and the 15-kg DRS RQ-15 Neptune, which is designed for at-sea launch and recovery.4
Eng 1 Type
piston engine
First Flight
January
Ceiling Ft
8000
Eng 1 Kw
11
Gross Weight Lb
80
Capacity
20
Crew
None
Gross Weight Kg
36
Span M
2
Primary user
United States Navy
Endurance H
4
Manufacturer
DRS Technologies
Max Speed Mph
100
Max Speed Kmh
160
Span In
Span Ft
7
National Origin
United States
Met Or Eng
eng
Length Ft
6
Ceiling M
2400
Eng 1 Hp
15
Eng 1 Number
1
Length In
Length M
2
Category
Seaplanes and flying boats
UAVs and drones of the United States
United States military reconnaissance aircraft 2000-2009

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