Schiebel Group Platform Family
VTOL
The Schiebel Camcopter S-100 is a medium-range, medium-endurance unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed for both civil and military applications, capable of vertical take-off and landing.
Mission Profile
The Camcopter S-100 is primarily employed for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions. Its VTOL capability allows it to operate from confined areas, including naval vessels without the need for launch and recovery equipment, making it ideal for maritime patrol, anti-piracy operations, and search and rescue. It also supports border surveillance, convoy protection, and critical infrastructure monitoring on land. The system is designed for autonomous operation, reducing operator workload and enhancing mission efficiency in complex environments. Its modular payload bay enables rapid adaptation to various mission requirements, including electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensors, synthetic aperture radar (SAR), communications relay, and electronic warfare payloads.
Key Features
- ▸Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) capability
- ▸Autonomous flight operation
- ▸Modular payload system for mission flexibility
- ▸Small logistical footprint for easy deployment
- ▸Day and night operational capability
- ▸Robust design for harsh environmental conditions
- ▸Real-time data transmission
Specifications
- ceiling
- 5,500 m (18,000 ft)
- configuration
- Single main rotor, fenestron tail rotor helicopter
- endurance
- Up to 6 hours (standard fuel), 10 hours (with external tank)
- mtow
- 200 kg (440 lbs)
- payload
- 50 kg (110 lbs)
- propulsion
- 55 hp (41 kW) heavy fuel engine
- range
- 200 km (108 nm) line-of-sight
- speed
- Max 220 km/h (120 knots), Cruise 100-120 km/h (55-65 knots)
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About the Manufacturer
Schiebel Group appears in the Unmanned Systems Technology platform directory as a manufacturer of unmanned vehicles and autonomous systems. The company's published focus: vtol uas for civil and military applications. Operating from Vienna, Austria, Schiebel Group serves customers across defense, public safety, industrial, and commercial markets. Visit the official site for current platform specifications, payload options, and procurement information.