World Defense Show 2022: Milkor showcases Milkor UCAV armed and surveillance drone


The Milkor UCAV is a multi-functional airborne platform that can be used for surveillance, reconnaissance and opportunistic engagement operations. With a wide variety of payload options (1,300 kg maximum take-off weight), the Milkor UCAV acts as a guardian in the sky and can conduct extended range and long endurance missions.


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Five hardpoints included in the Milkor UCAV design allow interchangeability for podded electronic warfare solutions, weapon systems and external containers. (Picture source: Army Recognition)


Optical equipment integration onto the Milkor UCAV platform provides real-time high-definition, infrared, multi-spectral video and data acquisition that is transmitted over remote receivers. Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar (ISAR) for maritime monitoring are both technologies that are inclusive in the Milkor UCAV platform.

The Milkor UCAV is designed for operational versatility whilst autonomous flight, take-off and landing are achieved through its onboard flight control system. Automations, pathway placements and loiter pattern creation ensure the simplification and success of complex missions.

Five hardpoints included in the Milkor UCAV design allow interchangeability for podded electronic warfare solutions, weapon systems and external containers. The Milkor UCAV allows for adaptability according to customer requirements with a specially engineered airframe that ensures long-endurance (more than 35 hours) at medium altitudes (up to 30,000 ft maximum), allowing increased performance on all fronts and all-weather conditions.

The Milkor UCAV is equipped with dual redundant Line of Sight communications (LOS) systems that can maintain contact with its control unit for up to 150 km.

A modular design approach was included in the ground control station (GCS), allowing customizability for each customer to ensure optimal operation and functionality of the Milkor UCAV.