Russian multirotor (octocopter) survey UAV of the 'Krechet-Dreadnought' line developed at SKB MIIGAiK, for imagery to create/update maps, digital terrain and 3D building models, thermal maps and panoramic surveys.
| Country | Russia |
|---|---|
| Subtype | Survey octocopter UAV |
| Role | survey / mapping |
| Russian-made | true |
| Class | mini |
| Classification | Survey multirotor UAV |
| Mission | mapping, 3D modeling, thermal mapping, panoramic survey, aerial survey |
| Variants | X4, X8 / Krechet-Dreadnought |
| Frame type | Octocopter |
| Propulsion | 8x electric motors |
| Combat-proven | No |
| Launch method | vertical takeoff |
| Autonomy level | autonomous/remotely piloted |
| Recovery method | vertical landing |
| Standard sensors | survey/photogrammetry camera, thermal imager |
| Production status | Research/limited (university) |