RQ-7B Shadow
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The RQ-7B Shadow is a tactical unmanned aerial vehicle primarily used for reconnaissance, surveillance, target acquisition, and battle damage assessment. It provides real-time video and infrared imagery to ground commanders, enhancing situational awareness on the battlefield.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | United States |
| Manufacturer | AAI Corporation |
| Introduced | 2004 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 204 km/h |
| Range | 125 km |
| Weight | 0.21 t |
History
Developed by AAI Corporation in the US, it entered service in 2004 and has seen widespread use by the US Army and Marine Corps in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 500 | confirmed |
| Italy | 16 | confirmed |
| Sweden | 8 | confirmed |
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