Lightweight hand-launched small UAV for short-range reconnaissance and surveillance, latest DDL variant adding a digital data link and improved endurance.
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Subcategory | Fixed-wing |
| Subtype | Small hand-launched UAV |
| Role | Reconnaissance |
| Class | Mini |
| Classification | UAV |
| Mission | ISR, reconnaissance |
| Datalink | Digital Data Link (DDL) |
| Variants | RQ-11A, RQ-11B, RQ-11B DDL, Solar Raven |
| MTOW (kg) | 1.9 |
| Operators | United States and allied nations |
| Frame type | Fixed-wing |
| Length (m) | 0.91 |
| Propulsion | Electric |
| Range (km) | 10 |
| Wingspan (m) | 1.37 |
| Combat-proven | Yes |
| Export status | Exported |
| Launch method | Hand-launched |
| Autonomy level | Semi-autonomous |
| Endurance (min) | 90 |
| Recovery method | Deep-stall autoland |
| Max speed (km/h) | 95 |
| Standard sensors | EO/IR cameras; IR illuminator |
| Production status | In production |
| Conflicts deployed in | Iraq, Afghanistan |