TALON DT-300

The Talon DT-300 is a fully electric, multi-role VTOL UAV system that can be reloaded and used time and time again. It’s industry leading performance in multiple key areas, including payload, range, cost, deployability combined with the lowest operational radar and acoustic signature place it far ahead of the competition, delivering a game changing capability across multiple user groups and applications.

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The Talon DT-300 is purpose designed to deliver outstanding payload ‘v’ range performance, outperforming conventional multi-rotors (quadcopters, coax quadrotors etc) by a factor of up to four times. This industry leading efficiency is driven by its highly optimised dual rotor aerodynamics, utilising active blade pitch control (cyclic and collective) to harness translation lift during forward flight. It’s ultra-high aspect ratio, 3.5m (11.5ft) rotors maximise lift and minimise drag, setting it apart from conventional designs and other industry competitors.  Due to its extremely low disc loading (4.6kg/m2 which is 4 – 5 times lower than that of a typical cargo helicopter) the Talon achieves unprecedented efficiency in both hover and forward flight. This results in unparallelled range performance and extremely quiet operation; the Talon has the lowest acoustic signature of any VTOL system in its payload class.

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Rotor Head

Flight Control

Carbon Fibre Body

Rotor Blade

Propulsion

Tandem Rotor

Locking Hinge

The Talon DT-300 adopts a dual-rotor configuration, a deliberate departure from traditional single-rotor helicopters with tail rotors or conventional multi-rotors with 4 to 8 blades. Importantly, this design choice mirrors the proven success of the Boeing CH-47 Chinook cargo helicopter – the longest-serving helicopter in history, with 63 years of operational excellence and ongoing production. The dual-rotor format offers unparalleled efficiency, proven performance, and reliability.

As the “mini-Chinook” of the VTOL UAV industry, the Talon DT-300 builds on this legacy with modern advancements. Its ultra-lightweight, low-drag, folding carbon composite fuselage ensures maximum portability and performance, while its clean, quiet, and efficient electric propulsion system sets a new standard for simplicity and sustainability. The Talon DT-300 represents a leap forward in UAV design, combining the best of aerospace engineering with cutting-edge innovation.

Longest range electric VTOL payload system in its class

ROTOR SIZE:

2 x 3.5M (11.5FT)

DRY AIRCRAFT WEIGHT:

29KG

MTOW:

90KG (WITH 45KG PAYLOAD)

CRUISE SPEED:

80 KM/H (50 MPH)

RANGE WITH 30KG:

70KM

MAX DROP RADIUS:

45KM (WITH 30KG PAYLOAD)

MAX ALTITUDE:

6000M (20,000FT)

MAX RANGE 120KM

PERFORMANCE DATA

Payload 'v' Range Metrics

PAYLOADMAX RANGE
(one way)		*DROP RADIUS
(out & return)
0 KG120 KM60 KM
5 KG115 KM58 KM
10KG105 KM55 KM
20 KG90 KM50 KM
30 KG70 KM45 KM
45 KG25 KM15 KM
  • *Drop Radius = Fly out with Payload – Drop Payload – Return with zero Payload
  • Zero payload includes Raptor EO/IR camera and DTC long-range digital data link (up to 60km LOS)
DT-300 Technical drawing

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technical specifications

AIRCRAFT DIMENSIONS:3.9m long x 1.2m wide (12.7ft x 3.9ft) (inc. deployed landing gear)
ROTOR DIAMETER:3.5m (11ft) x 2 rotors
AIRCRAFT MASS: 31kg (68bs) (inc. Raptor EO/IR camera and DTC digital radio data link)
MAX PAYLOAD:45kg (100lbs)
MAXIMUM TAKE-OFF MASS:90KG (198lbs)
MAXIMUM SPEED:120km/h (75mph)
MAXIMUM RANGE:120km (inc. Raptor EO/IR camera and DTC digital radio data link)
OPTIMAL CRUISE SPEED:80km/h (50mph)
MAXIMUM ALTITUDE:6000m (20,000ft)
TOTAL LENGTH: (inc rotors)7.0m x 3.5m (22.9ft x 11.5ft)
PROPULSION SYSTEM: 2 x Rotron 10kw Brushless Motor
BATTERY SYSTEM:2 x 64Ah (48v) Lithium Ion

flight case SPECIFICATIONS

CASE LENGTH:155CM
CASE WIDTH:73CM
CASE HEIGHT:54CM
CASE WEIGHT16KG
Flight Case

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portability

The Talon DT-300 features an innovative, tool free, folding design, meticulously engineered to reduce weight and complexity while maximizing aerodynamic efficiency. Its rapid pack-down capability creates a compact form factor, enabling easy transport without the need for special vehicles. The lightweight flight case (54 KG) can easily be carried and loaded by just two people into an ordinary estate car, making deployment fast and practical. Whether launching from urban environments, challenging terrains, or even at sea, the DT-300’s versatility ensures reliable operation in virtually any setting.

Talon DT-300 Flight Case

EASILY STORED & TRANSPORTED

Talon DT-300 folded

DT-300 REMOVED FROM BOX

Talon DT-300 unfolded

central section UNFOLDED

Talon DT-300 with blades

ASSEMBLED WITH ROTOR BLADES

Talon DT-300 with payload

PAYLOAD ADDED & READY TO BE DEPLOYED

DT-300 Mothership

The DT-300’s impressive capability to carry up to 45kg payload is further enhanced by its modular carrier rack, designed specifically to accommodate FPV drones. This innovative feature allows operators to deploy drones directly from the DT-300, extending its operational range and versatility. By integrating FPV drones, the DT-300 becomes an invaluable tool for missions such as surveillance, enabling it to cover expansive areas with precision and efficiency. This modular approach not only maximizes the DT-300’s payload utility but also offers unparalleled flexibility for diverse mission profiles.

Talon DT-300 Mothership

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    DT-300

    UNIQUE ROTOR HEAD

    Rotron’s proprietary three-bladed rotor head system enables cyclic and collective pitch control, providing electro-mechanical stabilization and efficient lift. With ~30% fewer moving parts than conventional rotorheads and a driverless swashplate, it offers simplicity, energy efficiency, and reduced costs. Designed and tested in-house, it showcases Rotron’s expertise in metallurgy and aerodynamics.

    In contrast, multi-rotors rely on rigid rotors and variable speeds, leading to higher energy use and limiting blade size due to inertia.

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    FLIGHT CONTROL
    & NAVIGATION

    Operates autonomously with adapted flight control systems. Multiple navigation systems (GPS, inertial and optical) enable Talon to operate in contested environments. Electronic stabilization manages roll, pitch and yaw control in turbulent and tough weather conditions.

    Carbon Fibre Body

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    CARBON FIBRE BODY

    An automatically rolled, cylindrical carbon composite fuselage results in a strong, light weight design. This simple design simplifies manufacture (inline process) without the need for hand ”lay up” and autoclaves.

    As a result, the traditional limitations of carbon fibre manufacture of variability and slow scale up are overcome. The tubular composite fuselage can accommodate a Rotron aero-engine as part of a series hybrid battery charging generator for longer range variants.

    Talon DT-300 rotor blades

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    LARGE ROTOR BLADE

    Large, 3m rotor diameter, with ultra-high aspect ratio and low disk-loading. A highly stable design, capable of heavy lift. Blades are of Rotron Aerospace design, manufactured by a 3rd party utilising tooling designed and owned by Rotron Aerospace.

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    EFFICIENT PROPULSION SYSTEM

    A proprietary, liquid cooled electric propulsion system with outstanding SWAP-C metrics for each rotor (removes the need for complex transmission systems).

    Batteries (lithium-ion), battery management system and motors are to Rotron specification, integrated by Rotron utilising a trusted, UK-based supply chain. Outstanding thermal management ensures operational efficiency. Batteries may be switched out or recharged.

    DT-300 Rotor Head

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    TANDEM MOTOR

    Tandem, counter-rotating rotors, remove the need for a tail rotor – all power is used for generating lift which also significantly reduces noise. Foldable body and blades overcome traditional limitations of tandem rotor designs having a large footprint.

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    LOCKING HINGE

    The DT-300 folding hinge is an engineered mechanism designed to enhance the portability and storage of the DT-300. It allows the device to fold into three sections, significantly reducing its length, making it easier to pack into a single, transportable box.

    The hinge features a locking mechanism that securely fastens the sections when unfolded, ensuring stability and preventing unwanted movement during use.