portable isr uas

Martlet MI-1

Designed for and together with defense and public safety end-users, the MI-1 features target acquisition capabilities and resilience for GPS-denied and communication-congested environments.

Martlet

Tactical micro-UAS

The Martlet MI-1 provides 40 minutes of flight time, a range of more than 5 kilometers, unparalleled EO-IR camera performance, and an acoustic signature that enables it to be undetectable from a 120-meter ground distance at 120 meters altitude AGL.

40 minutes Flight time incl. payload
5 kilometers Radio range
120 meter Covert distance
25 knots Wind resistance

For defense & public safety operations

Field-proven unmanned technology, now in a smaller and more silent system that is built with an open architecture to adapt it to our client’s current and future needs, ready to perform a wide variety of missions.

 

Altitude

See without being seen

The Martlet MI-1 is the most silent, compact, and easily portable UAV within the Martlet Family of Systems. The MI-1 is quickly deployed for swift and covert observation and situational awareness.

Stealth Covert operations
Portability Compact design
Startup time Quick deployment
Payload options EO/IR cameras

Made for covert operations

The MI-1’s low noise profile enables it to approach observed targets closer while staying covert, allowing operators to capture more detailed critical insights without being compromised.

Foldable, rugged design

The MI-1’s foldable design allows easy backpack transportation, reducing physical strain on operators,
while the rugged monocoque airframe maximizes
shock resistance, durability, and operational readiness.

Airborne within 2 minutes

With a deployment time of under 2 minutes, a flight time of 40 minutes, and resilient radio communication with a range of over 5km, the MI-1 provides timely and powerful information while maximizing standoff.

Advanced eye in the sky

Equipped with the X80 or DragonEye camera payload, the MI-1 incorporates advanced thermal and optical imaging with 40 or 80 times zoom, having the best DRI ranges available for its weight class.

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Technical Specifications

The airframe of the Martlet MI-1 is made of aerospace-grade carbon composite, kevlar, and fibreglass materials – because every 1% counts.

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Maximum take-off weight 1.6 kilograms
Dimensions (folded) 28 x 20 x 15 cm
Dimensions (open) 40 x 40 x 15 cm
Flight time +40 minutes
Radio range +5 kilometers
Precipitation IP54
Operational temperature -20 to +50 °C

MI-1 Payload Options

DragonEye 3X
X80

DragonEye 3X

The DragonEye X3 is a dual EO-LWIR stabilized camera with an uncooled thermal sensor and optical zoom, paired with a 40x EO and 4x digital IR zoom. Designed for compact, long-range applications, it delivers clear images day and night, even at extended distances. The lightweight system provides steady performance in various environments, making it highly versatile for various demanding missions.

Optional: Quick swap mount

  • IR zoom: x4 digital
  • EO zoom: x20 + x2 (x40 continuous)
  • LWIR: uncooled 8-14 μm
  • IR resolution: 640 x 480
  • IR H.FOV: 32°
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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X80

The X80 is a long-range electro-optical (EO) stabilized camera payload named for its impressive combination of optical and digital zoom capabilities. The X80 delivers excellent performance with a clear image resolution, making it ideal for various observation tasks. An optional quick swap mount adds to its adaptability, enabling rapid deployment across different missions.

Optional: Quick swap mount

  • EO H.FOV: 60°
  • EO resolution: 1280 x 720
  • EO zoom: x40 + x2 digital (x80 continuous)
  • EO (visible): 400-700 nm
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Martlet Ground Control Station

The ground control station (GCS) is a portable unit equipped with a tactical interface and Mil-Std. components, built for one-person operations in all weather conditions.
The software defined digital datalink has the ability to use a predefined custom encryption-key, to automatically “hop” between frequencies and to operate in a wide range of user-definable frequency ranges: 2.0–2.5GHz +5.0–5.2GHz.

Martlet Family of Systems

Martlet UAS Martlet MI-2
Martlet UAS Martlet MI-2S
Martlet UAS Martlet MI-3
Martlet UAS

Martlet MI-2

The Martlet MI-2 is a lightweight, rugged, and versatile UAV within the Martlet Family of Systems, designed for rapid deployment and exceptional aerial intelligence in high-risk environments.

  • Flight Time: 80 minutes
  • Radio Range: 15 kilometers
  • Covert Distance: 150 meters
  • Wind Tolerance: 13 m/s
  • Weight (MTOW): 4 kilograms
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Martlet UAS

Martlet MI-2S

The Martlet MI-2S is a lightweight, rugged, and versatile UAV within the Martlet Family of Systems, designed for rapid deployment and exceptional aerial intelligence in high-risk environments.

  • Flight Time: 55 minutes
  • Radio Range: 10 kilometers
  • Covert Distance: 200 meters
  • Wind Tolerance: 15 m/s
  • Weight (MTOW): 4 kilograms
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Martlet UAS

Martlet MI-3

The Martlet MI-3 is a portable tactical multirotor UAV in the Martlet Family of Systems. It is designed for extended missions and is capable of carrying heavy payloads, ensuring exceptional effectiveness.

  • Flight Time: 85 minutes
  • Radio Range: 20 kilometers
  • Covert Distance: 250 meters
  • Wind Tolerance: 13 m/s
  • Weight (MTOW): 11 kilograms
  • Payload Capacity: 3 kilograms
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Downloads

Martlet MI-1 datasheet v7

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Gijsbert [GB] Thijsen

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