German Army starts equipping its units with Vector reconnaissance drones

Germany has started equipping its army units with more Vector reconnaissance drones from Quantum-Systems.

Here's What We Know

According to .loyal, the Vector UAVs will be handed over to army intelligence units, reconnaissance companies of airborne brigades, and mountain infantrymen who are part of the Rapid Response Division.

Florian Seibel, CEO of Quantum-Systems, says that 14 Vector drones have already been purchased for the Special Operations Forces. The number is planned to increase to 60, and the first drones are expected to arrive by the end of this year.

As for the Rapid Response Division, the number of UAVs ordered has not been announced, but it is known that they will start arriving in the second quarter of 2025.

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The Vector is a fixed-wing UAV that can take off and land vertically without the need for a launcher or runway. Its wingspan is 2.8 metres and its flight speed reaches 72 km/h. The manufacturer notes that the drone can operate at wind speeds of up to 12 m/s.

Source: .loyal