Dragonfish Standard
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The Autel Robotics Dragonfish Standard is a versatile tilt-rotor VTOL drone designed for professional missions, combining multirotor precision with fixed-wing endurance. Featuring up to 126 minutes of flight time, it reaches speeds of 30 m/s and supports payloads like DG-Z2, DG-T3, and DG-L20T with fast-disassembly gimbals. IP43-rated for weather resistance, it handles level 6 winds (12 m/s vertical) and includes AI tracking, real-time monitoring via dual-redundant CAN bus, and autonomous mode switching. Quick 3-minute assembly, 5-second boot, and 30 km transmission range make it ideal for surveying, inspection, and search operations. High-quality sensors ensure stable flight in harsh conditions, with GNSS support for precise positioning and modular design for reliability.
Quick Overview & Key Facts
Dragonfish Standard is a drone made by Autel Robotics in China, launched in 2022 and built for surveying, inspection, and search & rescue. Its estimated price is 20000-30000. Featured in “Dragonfish Standard Masters Mobile Platform VTOL Takeoffs”.
- Dimensions
- 230 x 129 x 46 cm
- Weight
- 7 kg
- Mobility
- Tilt-rotor VTOL (multirotor/fixed-wing)
- Top speed
- 30 m/s
- Payload capacity
- Camera gimbals, multispectral sensors, third-party payloads (up to 1.5 kg)
- Battery runtime
- 126 minutes
- Charging time
- 1.5 hours
- Sensors
- GNSS (GPS+GLONASS+BeiDou+Galileo), airspeed velocity sensor, visual positioning, RTK module
- Operating environment
- Outdoor, all terrains
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Dragonfish Standard vs Dragonfish-25, Dragonfish Pro, Astro and Autel Alpha
Dragonfish Standard leads this group on max speed but trails on runtime and weight.
Green marks the best figure in a row (highest max speed and runtime; lowest weight). Ranges are not ranked.
| Spec | Dragonfish StandardAutel Robotics | Dragonfish-25Autel Robotics | Dragonfish ProAutel Robotics | AstroFREEFLY | Autel AlphaAutel Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Speed | 30 m/s | 30 m/s | 30 m/s | 25 m/s | 25 m/s |
| Runtime | 2.1 h | 2–3 h | 3 h | 38 min | 40 min |
| Weight | 7 kg | 7.5 kg | 17 kg | 3.1 kg | 6.34 kg |
| Released | 2022 | 2023 | 2022 | 2022 | 2024 |
| Best For | Surveying | Surveying | Energy inspection | Surveying | Powerline inspection |
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Q1. What is Dragonfish Standard, and what problem is it designed to solve?
Dragonfish Standard is a tilt-rotor VTOL drone developed by Autel Robotics, designed to address limitations in endurance and versatility for aerial missions in public safety, energy inspection, and agriculture by combining multirotor and fixed-wing flight capabilities.
Q2. What are the main capabilities and key features of Dragonfish Standard?
Key capabilities include vertical takeoff and landing, extended flight endurance, modular payload support for sensors, IP43 ingress protection, and AI-assisted tracking, according to the manufacturer.
Q3. Who is Dragonfish Standard built for, and which industries can benefit from it?
It targets professional operators in public safety, firefighting, energy, traffic management, coastal security, and agriculture, where prolonged aerial monitoring and data collection are required.
Q4. Is Dragonfish Standard a commercial product or still a research prototype?
Dragonfish Standard is a commercial product offered by Autel Robotics through distributors, with documented deployments in professional applications as of 2025.
Q5. Is Dragonfish Standard currently available for purchase, and when is it expected to ship?
As of 2026, it is available for purchase via authorized retailers; shipping follows distributor fulfillment timelines after orders.
Q6. How does Dragonfish Standard actually work in real-world environments?
It operates via a ground control station with real-time video transmission, switching between multirotor for takeoff/landing and fixed-wing for efficient cruising, with RTK modules for precise positioning in varied conditions.
Q7. When was Dragonfish Standard announced or officially launched?
Autel Robotics unveiled the Dragonfish series, including the Standard model, in 2022, with subsequent availability expansions announced in following years.
Q8. How is Dragonfish Standard different from other robots in the same category?
It features a tilt-rotor design without complex moving parts, dual-redundant RTK for centimeter accuracy, and quick assembly, distinguishing it from conventional multirotor or fixed-wing drones in the VTOL segment.
Q9. Does Dragonfish Standard require additional development or customization after purchase?
According to the manufacturer, it is mission-ready out of the box with modular payloads and fast disassembly, though payload selection and software updates may be applied for specific uses.
Q10. What is the future roadmap or planned upgrades for Dragonfish Standard?
Autel Robotics has announced plans to enhance payload options, extend transmission ranges, and integrate advanced autonomy features for broader enterprise applications.
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