Searcher MkII
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The IAI Searcher MkII is a medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle designed for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. It is capable of carrying various sensor payloads, including electro-optical/infrared cameras and synthetic aperture radar, for real-time data collection.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | Israel |
| Manufacturer | Israel Aerospace Industries |
| Introduced | 1998 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 200 km/h |
| Range | 300 km |
| Weight | 0.426 t |
History
Developed by Israel Aerospace Industries in Israel and first introduced in 1998, the Searcher MkII has seen extensive operational use by various militaries worldwide.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | — | confirmed |
| India | — | confirmed |
| South Korea | 2 | confirmed |
| Spain | 2 | confirmed |
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