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United States Skydio
X2D
A compact, hand-launchable reconnaissance quadcopter for organic, unit-level ISR, offered in a Multiband configuration for use across varying international radio-frequency environments. Predecessor to the X10D in Skydio's military line and Blue UAS-cleared.
In service since 2023
Compiled from public sources ·primary reference ↗
Pricing: Unit cost not publicly disclosed
Procurement snapshot
Availability & export
US ITAR-controlled
Export needs U.S. State Dept (DDTC) approval; end-use & re-transfer restrictions apply.
Channel: Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or Direct Commercial Sale
Fielded & proven
Operator data not public
In service since 2023. Status: active.
Lifecycle cost (est.)
No public unit price to model from. Why so few systems publish one →
Interoperability
No standardised NATO calibre / datalink detected in public specs.
Competitive field
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Overview
The Skydio X2D is a lightweight, foldable quadcopter built for organic, unit-level intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, small enough to be carried and hand-launched by an individual operator. It pairs six 4K60P HDR color navigation cameras with 360-degree obstacle-avoidance autonomy and a Teledyne FLIR Boson 320 thermal imager for day/night operation, and can carry small custom payloads up to about 150 grams. The Multiband variant, announced in 2023, adds the ability to operate across different radio-frequency bands to reduce interference and improve resilience in contested or congested electromagnetic environments internationally. Designed, assembled and supported in the United States, the X2D is on the Blue UAS Cleared List and is compliant with NDAA supply-chain requirements, and has been used for reconnaissance, search-and-rescue and patrol missions ahead of Skydio's larger X10D.
Full specifications
Performance
Speed, range, altitude and engagement capability.
| Range Maximum distance: ferry range for aircraft, operational range for vehicles, maximum engagement distance for missiles. Higher means more standoff or persistence. | 10 km |
|---|---|
| Endurance Time on station. Critical for UAVs and patrol platforms, higher means longer persistent coverage. On a ground robot, published continuous run time on a full charge or fuel tank. | 0.6 h |
Physical
Dimensions, weight and crew.
| Length Overall length including gun/probe where applicable. | 0.38 m |
|---|---|
| Width Overall width, matters for rail/road transport of vehicles. | 0.3 m |
| Height Overall height. Lower profile is harder to spot and hit for ground vehicles. | 0.1 m |
| Empty weight Weight without fuel, ammunition or crew. | 1 kg |
| Crew Personnel required to operate. Fewer reduces exposure; autoloaders trade a loader for mechanical complexity. | 0 |
| Cargo payload Maximum cargo the transport can carry. Higher means more lift per sortie. On an unmanned ground vehicle, this is the maximum mission payload the platform carries, including a weapon station. | 0 kg |
Propulsion
Engine, power and fuel.
| Propulsion type Turbofan, turboshaft, diesel, gas turbine, solid-fuel rocket, ramjet… | Electric quadrotor, foldable arms |
|---|
Sensors & avionics
Radar, sensor suite and datalinks.
| Sensors IRST, EO/IR turrets, laser designators, sniper pods, thermal sights. | Six 4K60P HDR color navigation cameras with 16x zoom and 360-degree Superzoom, Teledyne FLIR Boson 320 thermal imager, 8x zoom |
|---|---|
| Datalink Network connectivity: Link 16, MADL, national datalinks. Enables cooperative engagement. | 3.7 mi (6 km) wireless range at 5GHz, 6.2 mi (10 km) wireless range at 1.8GHz |
Specifications compiled from public Skydio and reference sources ↗. Published defense figures are approximations, treat comparisons as directional. Last verified 2026-08-24.
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Turkish Aerospace Industries ANKA-S Frequently asked questions
What is the range of the Skydio X2D? +
The Skydio X2D has a maximum range of 10 km.
How many crew does the Skydio X2D require? +
The Skydio X2D requires a crew of 0.
What is the Skydio X2D used for? +
The Skydio X2D is a uav / drone typically used for isr, reconnaissance.
How much does the Skydio X2D cost? +
Skydio X2D: Unit cost not publicly disclosed. Defense program costs are rarely fully public and vary by contract and configuration.
