The Manta
A compact, lethal flying wing designed for tactical strike missions. Featuring extended loiter capability, precision targeting, and multiple payload options for engaging targets up to 8km away.
Tactical Strike Capability
The Manta loitering munition can deliver precision strikes on targets up to 8km away with minimal collateral damage.
Extended Loiter Time
With up to 45 minutes of flight time, the Manta can patrol designated areas and engage targets of opportunity when they appear.
Modular Payload System
Quickly swap between reconnaissance sensors and various warhead options to adapt to changing mission requirements.
Man-Portable Design
The entire system fits in a standard backpack and can be deployed by a single operator in under 2 minutes.
Autonomous Target Acquisition
Advanced onboard AI can identify, track, and engage designated target types without operator intervention.
Secure Communications
Encrypted mesh network with frequency-hopping capability ensures reliable control even in contested electromagnetic environments.
Mission Abort Capability
Return-to-base or self-destruct options can be triggered at any point during the mission to prevent capture.
Precision Strike System
Integrated targeting computer with sub-meter accuracy for engaging high-value targets with minimal collateral damage.
Multi-Mode Warhead
Configurable payload options including fragmentation, shaped charge, or thermobaric effects for different target types.
Advanced Targeting System
Dual-sensor suite combines electro-optical and infrared cameras with AI-powered target recognition.
Tactical Deployment Package
Complete system includes launcher, control unit, and multiple munitions in a man-portable configuration.
Strike Mission Profile
The Manta loitering munition is designed for rapid deployment and precision strike execution in tactical combat scenarios.
Mission Timeline
Rapid Deployment
From backpack to air in under 2 minutes with minimal assembly required.
Area Reconnaissance
Conduct initial surveillance to identify potential targets and gather intelligence.
Target Loitering
Circle designated areas for up to 45 minutes while maintaining real-time video feed.
Precision Engagement
Deliver payload with sub-meter accuracy when high-value target is confirmed.
Mission Abort Option
Return-to-base capability if mission parameters change or self-destruct to prevent capture.
Technical Specifications
The Manta combines efficient aerodynamics with advanced targeting systems to deliver lethal precision in a compact package.
Airframe
- Dimensions
- 495 x 810 x 65 mm
- Loiter Time
- 45 minutes
- AUW (All-Up Weight)
- 1.2 kg
- Material
- Carbon fiber composite
- Wing Span
- 810 mm
- Strike Range
- 8 km
Warhead & Payload
- Payload Capacity
- 350g
- Warhead Types
- Fragmentation, shaped charge, thermobaric
- Detonation
- Impact, proximity, or timed
- Penetration
- Up to 50mm RHA equivalent
- Lethal Radius
- 15m (fragmentation)
- Payload Swap Time
- < 60 seconds
Electronics
- Flight Controller
- F7 processor, strike-optimized
- ESC
- 55A brushless ESC
- Motor
- 2806.5 1300KV brushless motor
- Propeller
- 7x4 dual-blade propeller
- Servos
- 14g digital metal gear servos
- Target Computer
- Onboard AI processing unit
Communications
- VTX
- 2.5W encrypted video transmitter
- VTX Antenna
- 5.8GHz directional antenna
- RX
- Frequency-hopping FHSS receiver
- RX Antenna
- Dual diversity antenna system
- Telemetry
- Encrypted 433MHz link
- Anti-Jamming
- Adaptive frequency hopping
Sensors & Targeting
- Primary Camera
- 1500TVL stabilized EO camera
- Secondary Sensor
- 640x480 thermal imager
- Target Recognition
- AI-powered object detection
- GPS
- Ublox M10 GPS with anti-spoofing
- Terminal Guidance
- Optical flow + IR tracking
- CEP
- < 1 meter at max range
Power System
- Battery
- 4S 3700mAh LiPo
- Loiter Time
- 45 minutes typical mission
- Power Reserve
- 5 minute emergency return
- Power Management
- Dynamic throttle optimization
- Battery Protection
- Thermal and voltage monitoring
Performance Comparison
| Feature | The Manta | Competitors |
|---|---|---|
| Strike Range | 8 km | 3-5 km |
| Loiter Time | 45 min | 20-25 min |
| Payload Capacity | 350g | 150-200g |
| Takeoff Weight | 1.2 kg | 1.5-2.0 kg |
| Wind Resistance | Level 6 (45 km/h) | Level 4 (30 km/h) |
| Setup Time | < 2 min | 5-10 min |
| Target Acquisition | Autonomous | Manual |
| Terminal Guidance | AI-assisted | Operator-dependent |