Chengdu Wing Loong I/II
Type: ucav
Domain: air
Country of Origin: China
Manufacturer: AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)
Overview
Chinese armed UAVs providing Ethiopian strategic strike capability. Both versions operational.
Technical Specifications
| Armament | BA-7 ATGMs, FT-series guided bombs, LS-6 GPS-guided bombs |
|---|---|
| Payload (I) | 200 kg |
| Payload (II) | 480 kg |
| Endurance (I) | 20 hours |
| Endurance (II) | 32 hours |
| Max Speed (II) | 280 km/h |
| Service Ceiling (II) | 9,000 m |
| Wing Loong I Wingspan | 14 m |
| Wing Loong II Wingspan | 20.5 m |
Operators
- Ethiopia
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