CAIG Wing Loong I

CAIG Wing Loong I

Type: Armed/Surveillance UCAV

Domain: air

Country of Origin: China

Manufacturer: AVIC (Aviation Industry Corporation of China)

First Deployed: 2018

Overview

The Wing Loong I is a Chinese medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle produced by AVIC, broadly comparable to the American MQ-1 Predator. With a 14 m wingspan and 1,150 kg maximum takeoff weight, it carries up to 200 kg of weapons including AR-1 anti-tank missiles and LS-6 guided bombs. Bangladesh operates Wing Loong I in the ISR and light strike roles, providing persistent surveillance over border regions and maritime approaches. The relatively low acquisition and operating cost made it an accessible entry point for MALE UAS capability.

Technical Specifications

range4,000 km
length9.05 m
payload200 kg
weaponsAR-1 anti-tank missiles, LS-6 guided bombs
wingspan14 m
endurance20+ hours
max_speed280 km/h
cruise_speed150-180 km/h
service_ceiling5,000 m
max_takeoff_weight1,150 kg

Operators

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