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Yamaha R-MAX
Helicopterconfirmed
The Yamaha R-MAX is a Japanese unmanned helicopter developed by the Yamaha Motor Company in the 1990s. The gasoline-powered aircraft has a two-bladed rotor and is remote-controlled by a line-of-sight user. It was designed primarily for agricultural use, and is capable of precise aerial spraying of crops. The R-MAX has been used in Japan and abroad for agriculture and a variety of other roles, including aerial surveys, reconnaissance, disaster response and technology development.
Specifications
| Type | Helicopter |
| Manufacturer | Yamaha Motor Company |
| Status | In service |
| Weight | 0.1 t |
| Length | 3.63 m |
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | — | confirmed |
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