Hermes 450
The Hermes 450 is a medium-size tactical UAV developed by Elbit Systems, primarily used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. It has an endurance of approximately 17 hours and carries an EO/IR payload with optional laser designator. The Hermes 450 has been the backbone of IDF tactical UAV operations and was exported to numerous countries, forming the basis for the UK's Watchkeeper drone. Also known as Watchkeeper, Elbit Hermes 450.
Hermes 450
Category
Drone / UAV
Range
300km
Status
Active
Origin
IL
Operators
Israel
Designation: Hermes 450
Overview
The Hermes 450 is a medium-size tactical UAV developed by Elbit Systems, primarily used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. It has an endurance of approximately 17 hours and carries an EO/IR payload with optional laser designator. The Hermes 450 has been the backbone of IDF tactical UAV operations and was exported to numerous countries, forming the basis for the UK's Watchkeeper drone.
Technical specification
Range
300 km
Length
6.1 m
Weight
550 kg
Speed
Mach 0.15
Mach
Mach 0.15
Max altitude
5.5 km
Propulsion
electric
Guidance
inertial, gps, electro optical
Country of origin
IL
Year introduced
2003
Status
In service