UAV-II (KUS-FS)
Type: Surveillance UAV
Domain: air
Country of Origin: South Korea
Manufacturer: Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI)
Overview
Korea's next-generation strategic Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial system being developed to provide the Republic of Korea military with indigenous persistent ISR and strike capability comparable to the MQ-9 Reaper class. Features a turboprop engine with endurance exceeding 24 hours and operational altitude above 40,000 feet. Payload capacity for multiple sensors including synthetic aperture radar (SAR), EO/IR turret, SIGINT, and precision-guided munitions for armed reconnaissance missions. Designed for autonomous operations with satellite beyond-line-of-sight datalink capability. Development is a collaboration between KAI and Korean Air with the Agency for Defense Development (ADD) overseeing the programme. Intended to supplement and eventually replace South Korea's leased Global Hawk RQ-4 fleet. Expected to enter service in the late 2020s.
Technical Specifications
| engine | Diesel engine 150hp |
|---|---|
| status | Under development |
| sensors | EO/IR, SAR radar |
| range_km | 500 |
| weight_kg | 640 |
| payload_kg | 100 |
| wingspan_m | 11 |
| endurance_h | 9 |
| max_speed_kmh | 200 |
| service_ceiling_m | 5500 |
Operators
- South Korea
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