AUSA 2024: Quantum-Systems targets big 2025 with UAS developments
Quantum-Systems has been upgrading its UAS family, with new versions of the Vector, Reliant and Twister drones set for release throughout 2025.
Beijing-based Zhong Hang Zhi Technology (ZHZ) exhibited a new coaxial dual-rotor UAV dubbed the T333 at the biennial 11th Zhuhai Air Show, along with an upgraded variant of the TD220 coaxial dual-rotor unmanned helicopter.
The T333’s modular design has a maximum take-off weight of 3t (with a 1.5t payload), an endurance of 30 hours with a payload of 200kg, a maximum altitude of 9,000m and a top speed of 300km/h. The UAV has a non-bearing composite rotor, H-type tail and retractable three-wheel landing gear.
The aircraft is being marketed to both the commercial and security/police markets. No sensors or
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