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Q110 (UPPCS/2024) Science & Technology › Space & Defence Technology

With reference to "FWD 200B", which of the following statements is/are correct ?
1. This is India's first indigenous bomber "UAV" aircraft.
2. Its payload capacity is 100 kgs.
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The FWD-200B is India's first indigenous military-grade bomber Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), developed by the Bengaluru-based firm Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA). It is classified as a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV).

  • Statement 1 is correct: It is recognized as the first indigenously designed and manufactured bomber UAV in India, marking a significant step in defense indigenization and reducing reliance on costly imports like the US Predator drones.
  • Statement 2 is correct: The FWD-200B features a payload capacity of 100 kg and a maximum take-off weight (MTOW) of 498 kg. It is designed to carry optical surveillance payloads and precision weapons for air strikes.

It boasts a maximum speed of 370 km/h and an endurance of 12–20 hours, intended for long-range surveillance and combat missions.

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