UMS Skeldar V-200

UMS Skeldar

Company type	Joint venture
Industry	Aerospace, Defense
Predecessor	CybAero (APID 55 UAV platform)
Founded	2015
Founder	Saab, UMS Aero Group
Headquarters	Sweden , Sweden
Area served	Global
Products	Skeldar V-200 unmanned aerial vehicle
Owner	Saab, UMS Aero Group
Website	www.saab.com/products/skeldar-v-200

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V-150

The UMS Skeldar V-200 represents a medium-range rotary-wing unmanned aerial system developed by the Swedish aerospace firm Saab. This UAV is designed for multiple roles including reconnaissance, intelligence collection, light cargo delivery, and electronic warfare applications.

Development

Originating from the APID 55 UAV platform created by CybAero, the development of the Skeldar began in 2005. The initial model, known as the Skeldar V-150, was publicly introduced at the Eurosatory defense exhibition in Paris during June 2006. The more advanced iteration of this UAV is designated as the Skeldar V-200.

Design

The Skeldar V-200 is capable of vertical takeoff and landing within a confined space measuring 15 by 15 meters, with both operations able to be conducted autonomously.

Designed with modularity in mind, the V-200 allows for interchangeable payloads tailored to specific mission requirements. These payload options include laser designators, range-finding equipment, electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) sensors capable of 3D mapping, a lightweight cargo hook, as well as signals intelligence (SIGINT) systems.

Operationally, the Skeldar V-200 supports deployment in both terrestrial and maritime environments and typically requires a crew of two to four personnel. Its UAS Control Station can be mounted on various ground vehicles such as armored personnel carriers or trucks.

For naval applications, the control interface integrates seamlessly with existing shipboard operator consoles and combat management systems.

In 2009, Saab entered into a collaboration with Swiss UAV to co-develop and market three VTOL platforms: the Skeldar V-200 alongside Swiss UAV's Neo S-300 and Koax X 240 models. These UAVs share compatibility with a unified Saab ground control station.

By late 2015, Saab formed a strategic partnership with UMS Aero Group, resulting in the establishment of the joint venture company UMS Skeldar.

In September 2018, the German Navy selected the UMS Skeldar V-200B for deployment aboard their K130 Braunschweig-class corvettes.

Furthermore, both the Royal Netherlands Navy and Belgian Navy Component have chosen the V-200 to operate on their upcoming City-class mine countermeasure vessels (MCMVs), with initial operational capability expected in 2024.

Operators

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• Belgian Navy

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• Royal Canadian Navy operating under the designation CU-176 Gargoyle in Canadian service

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• German Navy
  • Marineflieger

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• Ministry of Defence

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• Royal Netherlands Navy

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• Spanish Navy currently undergoing trial evaluations

Specifications (V-200)

Source: Saab Skeldar V-200 Technical Data

Length: 4.031 m (13.23 ft)
Width: 1.2 m (3 ft 11 in)
Height: 1.3 m (4 ft 3 in)
Main Rotor Diameter: 4.6 m (15 ft)
Maximum takeoff weight: 245 kg (540 lb)
Maximum takeoff altitude: 2,400 m (7,900 ft)
Payload capacity: 40 kg (88 lb)

Top speed: 140 km/h (87 mph)
Operational radius: 100 km (62 mi)
Flight endurance: over 6 hours
Engine power output: 55 hp (41 kW)
Service ceiling altitude: 3,000 m (9,800 ft)
Time required for takeoff preparation: under 15 minutes

External links

• Official V-200 page on the company website
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