EADS Do-DT 45
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| Type: | Target imaging drone |
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The Do-DT 45 is a target display drone manufactured by EADS . It represents the target to be fought in air defense training .
It is designed with two engines and reaches speeds of around 430 kts (215 m / s, approx. 770 km / h). It can be configured as a radar or infrared or thermal target. Thanks to the built-in radar altimeter, it is able to fly very low in order to simulate an approaching anti-ship missile over water . In order to represent an infrared or heat target, the Do-DT45 has a hot nose , which is operated electrically. Power is supplied via the engines, which are equipped with generators.
The start takes place by means of a pneumatic catapult. The drone is powered by two jet engines and reaches a top speed of approx. 770 km / h. The navigation can be carried out using programmed waypoints via GPS . Manual control is also possible. After the flight, the drone lands on a parachute .
| Parameter | Data |
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| length | 2.15 m |
| span | 1.5 m |
| payload | 8 kg |
| maximum take-off mass | 75 kg |
| Speed range | 60–210 m / s (approx. 215–770 km / h) |
| drive | 2 jet engines with 220 N |
| Altitude MSL | From 17 ft up to 25,000 ft (approx. 6 m up to 8,300 m) |
| Maximum flight time | 60 min |