Rudrastra demonstrated vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities, extended flight range, real-time surveillance, and accurate target engagement over a range of 50 kilometres.
- It marks a significant step forward in India’s efforts to strengthen indigenous military technology under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
About Rudrastra
- It is a Hybrid Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) UAV manufactured by Solar Defence and Aerospace Limited (SDAL).
- A UAV is an unmanned aircraft system that is either controlled remotely or can fly autonomously without the need for a pilot.
- VTOL UAVs can take off and land vertically, eliminating the need for runways, and providing manoeuvrability and versatility in operations.
- Features:
- Total range (including loitering over the target) is 170 km, with an estimated endurance of 1.5 hours.
- Equipped with precision-guided anti-personnel warheads with mid-altitude release capability.
- Can relay back live video and return to the launch position in automated mode.