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Description

The Ascent AeroSystems SPARTAN is a next-generation heavy-weight coaxial UAV platform engineered for cutting-edge performance in harsh environments. Building on the NX30 foundation, it features an advanced coaxial rotor system and aerodynamic cylindrical design delivering unmatched speed, range, endurance, and payload capacity in a compact, portable form factor. It's optimized for VBLOS operations with 70+ minutes flight endurance, up to 24 miles A-B range, and 15.3 lbs payload capacity. Designed for public safety, industrial, and military applications with IP54-rated battery enclosure for all-weather reliability.

About the Company

Ascent AeroSystems

Ascent AeroSystems designs and manufactures compact, rugged coaxial unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for industrial, public safety, and government operations. Their platforms are characterized by uniq...

Core Information

Product class
Defense Public Safety Industrial Enterprise
Platform category
Coaxial helicopter
Rotor configuration
Other
Primary use cases
Public Safety/Search & Rescue Defense/ISR Surveying/Mapping Inspection Environmental Monitoring Telecom/Infrastructure Construction/Mining Oil & Gas/Energy
Release status
In production
Name
SPARTAN

Performance & Dimensions

Endurance (minutes)
65
Height (mm)
771
Endurance with payload (minutes)
20
Max speed (km/h)
100
Wheelbase diagonal (mm)
914
Empty weight (kg)
2
Max flight distance (km)
38
Service ceiling (m)
5000
Width (mm)
147
Max payload (kg)
6
Max wind resistance (m/s)
17
Cruise speed (km/h)
65
Max takeoff weight (MTOW) (kg)
13
Length (mm)
147

Airframe & Propulsion

Frame materials
Aluminum
Propulsion type
Electric (Battery)
Battery chemistry
Li-ion
Number of batteries
2
Nominal voltage (V)
44

Payload & Interfaces

Payload interfaces/mounts
Quick-release Other
Supported gimbal size
Not specified

Avionics, Navigation & Autonomy

Autopilot features
Waypoint missions Auto takeoff/landing Hover/Position hold Return-to-home (RTH)
GNSS systems
GPS GLONASS BeiDou
RTK/PPK support
RTK Optional
Obstacle avoidance sensors
None
Flight controller platform
Pixhawk/PX4

Communications & Control

Control link types
2.4 GHz Other
Encryption standard
Not disclosed
Ground control compatibility
Proprietary GCS QGroundControl
Video downlink resolution
Not specified
MAVLink support
Video downlink type
Other

Operational Capabilities

Operating environments
Urban Rural Maritime Mountainous Arctic/Cold Desert/Hot Industrial
Takeoff/landing methods
VTOL
Night operations capable
BVLOS ready

Environmental & Durability

IP rating
IP54
Operating temperature min (°C)
-28
Operating temperature max (°C)
54

Safety

Parachute system
None

Compliance & Certification

NDAA Section 889 compliant
Export control status
Not specified
Blue UAS listed
Other certifications/standards
Blue UAS Green UAS
EASA class marking
None/Unmarked
Remote ID compliance
Not specified

Logistics & Commercial

Included in box
Aircraft
Price notes
Configuration-dependent pricing
Availability status
Made-to-order
Optional accessories
Custom payloads Dual battery configuration Various C2 systems RTK modules

Media & Documentation