Compact fixed-wing UAV by STC developed from the Orlan-1, for military and civilian reconnaissance/aerial photography. Length ~1.2 m, wingspan ~1.5 m. Predecessor to the Orlan-3/Orlan-10 series.
| Country | Russia |
|---|---|
| Subtype | Small fixed-wing reconnaissance UAV |
| Role | ISR |
| Russian-made | true |
| Classification | Mini/short-range ISR UAV |
| Mission | reconnaissance, surveillance, aerial photography |
| Variants | Orlan-3, Orlan-3M |
| Operators | Russia |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Length (m) | 1.2 |
| Propulsion | Small internal-combustion engine |
| Wingspan (m) | 1.5 |
| Combat-proven | No |
| Launch method | catapult, hand-launch |
| Recovery method | parachute |
| Standard sensors | EO/video camera |
| Production status | Predecessor model (superseded) |
| Airframe / lift type | Fixed-wing |
| Domain | Aerial (UAV/UAS) |
| Mission / use case – civil | Photography / film |
| Mission / use case – military | ISR |
| Origin / supply chain | Military-grade |
| Propulsion | ICE – petrol |
| Threat vector | Surveillance / reconnaissance |
| Weight / class | Class I – Mini (2–20 kg) |