Long Range. Strategic Intelligence.
Bussard provides persistent surveillance and precision effects.
Crewed reconnaissance (ISR) assets are cost-intensive, weather-limited, or unavailable in dispersed operations. Nevertheless, tactical units need persistent, high-resolution sensors to maintain an intelligence advantage in real time.
Wide-area surveillance and reconnaissance
with high-performance sensors.
Bussard combines high-performance radar and optics in a long-endurance platform. This enables day-and-night, all-weather reconnaissance with wide-area coverage, radar mapping, and automatic moving target detection. The high-resolution synthetic aperture radar (SAR) offers 360-degree coverage and real-time ground moving target indication (GMTI) while the optics provide full-motion EO/IR videos, automatic tracking, and AI-assisted object recognition.
Precision effects require confirmed targets, but joint terminal attack controllers (JTACs) are often limited by terrain, risk, or availability. A remote sensor platform is essential for safe and effective handoff in contested environments.
Bussard includes a laser rangefinder, illuminator, and target designator, allowing it to mark targets in large distances. Combined with radar-based cueing, it supports accurate engagement across domains and mission types. The system integrates with battle management systems (BMS), supports beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) operation, and delivers the data chain for effectors.
Adaptable operator roles for dispatcher, medical, and payload control — configured to match mission requirements.
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Ruggedized, man-portable case system. Deployable in different platforms depending on tactical needs.
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Fully integrated with standard battle management systems for live access to tactical data.
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High automation enables two operators to manage and monitor multiple concurrent missions simultaneously.
Enclosing Diameter
7.8 m (25 ft)
Propeller Diameter
1.8 m (5.9 ft)
Packing Size
20 ft ISO-Container
Cruise Speed
170 km/h (92 kts)
Max. Speed
290 km/h (156 kts)
Service Ceiling
7600 m (25000 ft)
Max. Range
2500 km (1350 NM)
Max. Endurance
14 h
Take-Off Distance
400 m (1312 ft)
Landing Distance
300 m (984 ft)
Radar Payload
65 kg (143 lb)
Optical Payload
53 kg (117 lb)
Self-Protection Payload
24 kg (53 lb)
Total Payload
142 kg (313 lb)
Maximum Takeoff Weight
800 kg (1764 lb)
Max Power
117 kW (160 HP)
Engine
Turbo-charged piston engine or regenerative, multi-fuel turbine
Fuel
Piston: unleaded gasoline turbine: F-35 (Jet-A1), F-44 (JP-5), Diesel, UL91, AVGAS
Propeller
Automated variable-pitch propeller for maximum efficiency
Safety
Fail-safe system design
Flight Control
Primary and secondary flight control system
Navigation
Satellite and inertial navigation
Data Links
Multiple LOS and BLOS links
Rescue System
Automated ballistic parachute deployment
Ground Control
Duplex GCS integrated in mobile PECC
Battle Management
Integrated for planning and monitoring
An optional active flare system can be integrated upon request for protection.
Yes. The platform supports modular payloads within standard weight and balance limits. Sensors and other mission-specific equipment can be integrated.
The drone is equipped with inertial navigation, making it independent from GNSS or external signals. All missions are executed fully automatically, so no continuous C2 link is required.
No. All flights are executed fully automatically and only require mission supervision — no direct piloting.
Yes. The system integrates into standard NATO-compatible battle management systems(BMS) via software plugins, enabling seamless coordination across multinational forces.
Yes. The system is fully ITAR-free and uses components compliant with European export frameworks.
Yes. The drone is authorized under the EASA Specific Category and is fully qualified for operations in civilian airspace where applicable.
