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MQ-58 Phoenix II UCAV

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MQ-58 Phoenix – Next-Generation MALE UAV for Persistent Operations

Manufactured for modern defense and security missions, the MQ-58 Phoenix is a Medium-Altitude Long-Endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle engineered to deliver exceptional value across diverse operational scenarios. It combines robust performance, flexible mission capability, and cost-efficient design to address the evolving needs of military and security forces worldwide.

Key Capabilities:

The Phoenix is designed for 24+ hour mission endurance at altitudes up to 30,000ft, with modular payload bays that can be reconfigured for intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR) tasks or offensive operations. Its redundant flight systems and satellite communications enable reliable beyond-line-of-sight control, while streamlined maintenance requirements and interoperability with existing command networks reduce lifecycle costs and accelerate deployment timelines. This makes it a high-return investment that enhances operational readiness and mission success rates.

AG2: Arm missiles
AG3: Arrestor hook

General Characteristics

  • Created On iOS
  • Wingspan 73.8ft (22.5m)
  • Length 39.8ft (12.1m)
  • Height 9.3ft (2.8m)
  • Empty Weight 34lbs (15kg)
  • Loaded Weight 6,321lbs (2,867kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.158
  • Wing Loading 10.1lbs/ft2 (49.5kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 623.6ft2 (57.9m2)
  • Drag Points 2090

Parts

  • Number of Parts 40
  • Control Surfaces 8
  • Performance Cost 281