High-endurance, weather-resistant multirotor “Swiss Army Knife” UAV with 10 kg payload, 50 min flight, modular quick-assembly design, secure comms for SAR/public safety.

# Draganfly Commander 3XL – The Swiss Army Knife of High-Endurance UAVs

The Commander 3XL from Draganfly is a high-endurance, weather-resistant multirotor UAV, purpose-built for rapid deployment across public safety, agricultural, emergency response, and industrial missions. Dubbed the “Swiss Army Knife of Drones,” it offers unmatched versatility and reliability.

Key Features & Advantages

1. High Payload Versatility

Capable of carrying up to 10 kg (22 lb) with flexible support for delivery boxes, winch/drop systems, EO/IR sensors, and long-range LiDAR.

2. Efficient Endurance & Range

Achieves up to 50 minutes of flight with no payload; flight times vary by load. It also supports a maximum range of around 24 miles and a top speed near 45 mph.

3. Rapid Assembly & Compact Transport

Constructed around a rectangular fuselage with quick-release/folding propellers, detachable arms, folding landing gear, and semi-attached batteries—ensuring quick field setup and efficient transport.

4. Weather Resistance & Structural Integrity

Built to operate reliably in light rain and snow with a robust, weather-resistant design.

5. Secure, Configurable Communications

Offers multiple communication options—point-to-point, cellular, Blue Herelink, Doodle Labs Helix, Microhard PDDL—with encryption standards (AES-128, FIPS) and mesh capability for secure BVLOS operations.

6. Safety & Certification

Equipped with a triple-redundant IMU autopilot system and Blue UAS certification, the Commander 3XL is built to meet stringent government and military safety standards.

7. Recognition & Strategic Use

Earned accolades as Best Enterprise Drone, Best Search and Rescue Drone, and Best Delivery Drone at the Droning Awards.