common.skip_to_content

Beechcraft MQM-61 Cardinal

Civilian
Beechcraft MQM-61 Cardinal

Image: Wikimedia Commons

The Beechcraft MQM-61 Cardinal serves as an unmanned target drone designed for military training and weapons testing. This single-engine, pilotless platform measures 4.6 meters in length with a 4-meter wingspan, achieving speeds up to 560 km/h for realistic aerial target simulation.

Specifications

Role
Target drone
Origin
United States
Engines
1
Length
4.6 m
Wingspan
4 m
Max speed
560 km/h