MD-22 Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)
MD-22
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Other
Basic Information
Name
MD-22 Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)
Designation
MD-22
Alternate Designation
MD-22
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
CAS Institute of Mechanics and the Guangdong Aerodynamic Research Academy (GARA)
Date of Introduction
2022
Description
The MD-22 Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) was on display during the Airshow China 2022 exhibition, which was held at Zhuhai from 8 to 13 November. Imagery indicates that the UAV is being developed under the aegis of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). Two institutes appear to be involved in the development of the platform. These include the Key Laboratory of High Temperature Gas Dynamics of the Institute of Mechanics (CAS) and the Guangdong Aerospace Research Academy (GARA).
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine
Imagery of the UAV suggests that MD-22 can be powered by a solid as well as a liquid-fuel, airbreathing propulsion system or a scramjet engine.
Max Speed
8645.0 km/h
Range
8000.0 km
Wingspan
4.50 m
System
Alternate Designation
MD-22
Type
Chinese Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV)
Manufacturer
CAS Institute of Mechanics and the Guangdong Aerodynamic Research Academy (GARA)
Payload Capacity
INA
Launch
According to the company, the aircraft will take off using rocket assistance. The aircraft can be launched through a specialized Xian H-6 mothership.
Recovery
The company added that the MD-22 will also have autonomous take-off and landing capabilities. This could likely enable the aircraft to conduct landings on conventional runways.
Dimensions
Length
10.8 m
Height
1.6 m
Wingspan
4.5 m
Weight, Empty
1,000 kg
Weight, Maximum Takeoff
4,000 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
Imagery of the UAV suggests that MD-22 can be powered by a solid as well as a liquid-fuel, airbreathing propulsion system or a scramjet engine.
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Speed
8,645 km/h (Mach 7)
Maximum Range
8,000 km
G Limits
6
Service Ceiling
INA
Endurance
INA
Details
Country of Origin
China
Category
UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
M
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
10.8 m
Width
4.5 m
Height
1.6 m
Weight
4000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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