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Switchblade 600

Air Drones (UAV/UAS)

Description

Switchblade 600 is an advanced extended-range loitering munition system designed for military applications. It delivers unprecedented RSTA support with high-precision optics, over 40 minutes of loitering endurance, and an anti-armor warhead for engaging larger, hardened targets at greater distances. This man-portable system can be set up and operational in less than 10 minutes and features tube-launch capability with class-leading EO/IR gimbaled sensors and advanced precision flight control. The system includes patented wave-off and recommit capability allowing operators to abort missions and re-engage targets multiple times.

About the Company

AeroVironment, Inc.

AeroVironment is a global defense technology leader delivering battlefield-proven systems and next-generation capabilities across multiple domains. The company specializes in autonomous systems, lo...

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Core Information

Product class
Defense
Platform category
Fixed-wing
Rotor configuration
Not applicable
Primary use cases
Defense/ISR
Release status
In production
Name
Switchblade 600

Performance & Dimensions

Endurance with payload (minutes)
40
Cruise speed (km/h)
113
Endurance (minutes)
40
Max flight distance (km)
40
Max speed (km/h)
185
Max takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
29
Empty weight (kg)
15

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Other
Propulsion type
Electric (Battery)
Battery chemistry
LiPo Li-ion

Payload & Interfaces

Payload interfaces/mounts
Bottom mount
Supported gimbal size
Not specified
Integrated payloads
EO/IR gimbaled sensors Anti-armor warhead

Avionics, Navigation & Autonomy

Autopilot features
Waypoint missions Auto takeoff/landing Return-to-home (RTH)
GNSS systems
GPS
RTK/PPK support
None
Obstacle avoidance sensors
None
Flight controller platform
Proprietary

Communications & Control

Control link types
Other
Encryption standard
AES-256
Ground control compatibility
Proprietary GCS
Control link range (km)
40
Controller included
Video downlink resolution
Not specified
Video downlink type
Other

Operational Capabilities

Operating environments
Urban Rural Maritime
Maritime operations capable
Deployment time (minutes)
10
Night operations capable
Takeoff/landing methods
Tube-launch
BVLOS ready
Max simultaneous payloads
1
Required crew size
1

Environmental & Durability

EMI/EMC shielding
Corrosion resistant
IP rating
None/Not specified

Safety

Flight termination system
Parachute system
None

Compliance & Certification

Export control status
ITAR
Blue UAS listed
NDAA Section 889 compliant
EASA class marking
None/Unmarked
Remote ID compliance
Not compliant

Logistics & Commercial

Included in box
Aircraft Ground controller
Price notes
Military/government procurement only
Shipping restrictions
Export controlled - ITAR restricted
Availability status
Made-to-order

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