India's Indigenous Bomber Drone: FWD-200B by Flying Wedge Defence
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Flying Wedge Defence, Bengaluru-based defense and aerospace firm. |
| Product | FWD-200B, India's first indigenous bomber unmanned aircraft. |
| Cost | Priced at ₹25 crores, significantly lower than similar U.S. models. |
| Payload Capacity | 100 kgs. |
| Classification | MALE Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (medium-altitude, long-endurance). |
| Capabilities | Optical surveillance payloads and precision air strike weapons integration. |
| Maximum Speed | 200 kts/370 kmph. |
| Endurance | 12-20 hours. |
| Maximum Takeoff Weight | 498 kgs. |
| Ground Control Range | 200 kms. |
| Certification | Planned certification by CEMILAC (Centre for Military Airworthiness & Certification). |
| Target Audience | Indian armed forces and global export markets. |