Russia presents Orlan-10E at WDS 2024 in Saudi Arabia.

At the WDS 2024 in Saudi Arabia, one innovation stood out among the new technologies presented: the Orlan-10E aerial reconnaissance system.
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The Orlan-10E is a Russian Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The Orlan-10E is designed for aerial surveillance and control over objects and equipment in remote areas, offering flexibility and adaptability to various missions. Its versatility is enhanced by the installation of various target equipment, enabling remote surveillance of the Earth's surface. Equipped with gyro-stabilized and non-gyro-stabilized photo, video, and thermal imaging equipment, as well as radio monitoring equipment for standard GSM-900/1800 cellular communication systems, the Orlan-10E can also monitor electronic equipment operating across a broad frequency range, from 30 to 3000 MHz.

The main advantages of this UAV lie in its compact size, low weight, and stealth, combined with high reliability and survivability. It also stands out for its high cruising speed, fuel-efficient hovering mode, remarkable precision in route tracking, and target coordinates determination. The Orlan-10E benefits from a secure, digital, noise-resistant communication channel, and its open structure, along with the modularity of its onboard systems, offers extensive modernization possibilities.

With a takeoff weight of 18 kg and a maximum flight endurance of up to 10 hours, the Orlan-10E can cover a maximum distance of 300 km, with an effective action radius (via radio channel) of up to 100 km. Its flight speed range is 70 to 150 km/h, and it can operate at altitudes up to 5 km above sea level, resistant to wind speeds greater than 10 m/s near the ground. Its resilience in various weather conditions is also notable, capable of operating in temperatures ranging from -30 °C to +40°C. Launching is achieved via a catapult, and landing is ensured by a parachute, highlighting its adaptability to different environments and operational scenarios.

The presentation of the Orlan-10E at WDS 2024 underscores the growing importance of UAVs in international defense and security. These technologies offer unparalleled surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, essential for decision-making and field operations management in today's complex security context.