The AeroVironment Quantix (Mapper/Recon) is a hybrid VTOL fixed-wing UAV that takes off vertically like a multirotor then transitions to fixed-wing flight for efficient mapping and survey; dual 18MP RGB and multispectral cameras.
| Country | USA |
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| Subcategory | VTOL / Hybrid |
| Subtype | Hybrid VTOL mapping drone |
| Role | Mapping / ISR |
| Class | Group 1 / Nano-Mini |
| Classification | Small UAS / commercial mapping |
| Mission | mapping, survey, agriculture, reconnaissance |
| Datalink | 900 MHz encrypted, WiFi |
| Variants | Quantix Mapper; Quantix Recon |
| Operators | Commercial, agriculture, public safety |
| Frame type | VTOL hybrid |
| Propulsion | Battery-electric |
| Range (km) | 2 |
| Wingspan (m) | 1 |
| Combat-proven | No |
| Export status | Commercial export |
| Launch method | vertical takeoff (VTOL) |
| Autonomy level | Automated/autonomous flight |
| Endurance (min) | 45 |
| Recovery method | vertical landing (VTOL) |
| Year introduced | 2018 |
| Max speed (km/h) | 72 |
| Standard sensors | 18MP RGB camera, multispectral/NDVI camera |
| Production status | In production |