Skydio X2D
The Skydio X2D is an advanced autonomous reconnaissance drone designed for defense, inspection, and security applications. It features six 4K60P HDR color navigation cameras with 16x digital zoom and 360° Superzoom technology, plus a FLIR Boson 320 thermal imager with 8x zoom mounted on a gimbal with 180° vertical view. The drone offers superior obstacle avoidance with omnidirectional vision, real-time 3D mapping, and AI-powered autonomous flight capabilities. It supports day and night operations, has a flight time of up to 35 minutes, and can operate in temperatures from -10°C to 43°C. The X2D is controlled via a rugged enterprise controller with a 6.8” touchscreen, precision joysticks, and a wireless range up to 10 km. It is built for complex missions requiring high autonomy and situational awareness.
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Camera Resolution
4K UHD
Dimensions
38 × 30 × 10 cm
Weight
1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)
Battery Pack
4280 mAh, 59.4 Wh
Charging Time
1.5 hours to full charge
Runtime
Up to 35 minutes per charge
Battery Life
2-3 years typical battery lifespan
Available Colours
Matte black with tactical gray accents
Cloud Integration
Skydio Cloud for data storage, mission logs, and analytics
Warranty Info
1-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship
Connectivity
2.4 GHz and 1.8 GHz radio frequencies, Wi-Fi, USB-C 3.1, HDMI-out support
App Integration
iOS and Android apps with mission planning, live video feed, and data management
User Interface
Touchscreen controller interface, physical joysticks, voice commands not supported
Speed
Maximum 31 mph (14 m/s) forward speed, ascent 22 mph (10 m/s), descent 9 mph (4 m/s)
Available Countries
United States,Canada,United Kingdom,Australia,European Union,and select allied countries
Compatible Devices
Skydio Enterprise Controller, USB-C compatible devices, no direct Alexa or Google Home integration
Sensors
Six 4K60P HDR color navigation cameras, FLIR Boson 320 thermal imager, GPS, barometer, compass, gyroscope, accelerometer
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Army Upgrades Tactical ISR with Skydio X2D Drone Platform
The U.S. Army is bolstering its tactical intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities by integrating the Skydio X2D drone platform into frontline operations. This upgrade addresses gaps in short-range reconnaissance, delivering NDAA-compliant, U.S.-made autonomy for contested environments. Built to exceed SRR program standards, the X2D enables soldiers to conduct real-time aerial scouting without relying on foreign tech, transforming how units gather battlefield intel amid rising global tensions.
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Q1. What are Skydio X2D's primary capabilities?
Skydio X2D offers advanced autonomous flight with 360° obstacle avoidance, 4K60P HDR color and FLIR thermal imaging, real-time 3D mapping, and long-range wireless control up to 10 km. It supports day/night operations and tactical defense missions.
Q2. How to operate Skydio X2D?
Operate using the Skydio Enterprise Controller with a 6.8” touchscreen and joysticks. The controller provides intuitive flight commands, mission planning, and real-time video feed, enabling autonomous or manual control.
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