STC unmanned aerial reconnaissance/surveillance complex used as a carrier platform for video and aerial photography payloads in developing the Orlan systems. Predecessor to the modernized Orlan-3M.
| Country | Russia |
|---|---|
| Subtype | Small fixed-wing reconnaissance UAV |
| Role | ISR |
| Russian-made | true |
| Classification | Mini/short-range ISR UAV |
| Mission | reconnaissance, surveillance, video/aerial photography, signal relay |
| Variants | Orlan-3M |
| Operators | Russia |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Propulsion | Internal-combustion engine |
| Combat-proven | No |
| Launch method | catapult |
| Recovery method | parachute |
| Standard sensors | video camera, photo camera |
| Production status | Superseded by Orlan-3M |
| Airframe / lift type | Fixed-wing |
| Domain | Aerial (UAV/UAS) |
| Mission / use case – civil | Photography / film |
| Mission / use case – military | Comms relay, ISR |
| Origin / supply chain | Military-grade |
| Propulsion | ICE – petrol |
| Strike depth / operational role | Mothership / relay (carrier drone launching FPVs or extending link range) |
| Threat vector | Surveillance / reconnaissance |
| Weight / class | Class I – Mini (2–20 kg) |