The Wingcopter 198 is a Delivery robot developed by Wingcopter (Germany), launched 2021. Key specifications: payload 5 kg, battery 0.67 h, navigation hybrid.
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Ranked #26 of 75 in the Delivery standing.
See the standingWhere it has stood41 days · best #16 · worst #26
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Overview
The Wingcopter 198 is a high-performance, durable and versatile unmanned aerial system (UAS) designed for logistics and LiDAR surveying applications. With its unique aerodynamic design, patented tilt-rotor technology, and advanced redundant flight control systems, it enables efficient beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights over long distances. The aircraft features a maximum range of 94 km, speed of 90 km/h, and payload capacity of 4.7 kg, making it ideal for cargo delivery and surveying operations.
Flagship features
- Patented tilt-rotor technology enables vertical take-off/landing and efficient fixed-wing flight
- Three individual winches allow separate package drop-offs per flight
- 10 drones can be controlled by one operator via LTE/5G with Iridium satellite backup
- Designed for beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) autonomous flights
- Fully autonomous operation with AI-based visual obstacle avoidance, downward cameras for precision landing/drop
- Targets last-mile delivery to rural, remote, and hard-to-reach locations (e.g., islands, offshore platforms)
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Series A extension
Specifications
Category: Delivery- Payload
- 5 kg
- Battery
- 0.67 h
- Navigation
- hybrid
Company profile
- Confirmed funding
- US$22.0M· 1 round
- Founded
- 2017
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- Sub Category
- delivery drone
Size & capacity1
- Dimensions Mm
- 650x1980x1520
Movement & precision2
- Max Speed Ms
- 41.67
- Max Speed M S
- 25
Other details6
- Autonomous
- true
- Fleet Management
- centralized cloud
- Hot Swap Battery
- true
- Weather Resistant
- true
- Cargo Compartments
- 3
- Operating Environment
- indoor outdoor
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Company milestones
- Jun 2022FundingSeries A extension
- Apr 2021LaunchWingcopter 198 unveiled
- Apr 2021PartnershipJapan partnership with ANA
- 2025FundingNew venture funding
- 2021PartnershipAfrica network partnership with Continental Drones
- 2021FundingSeries A round
- 2020FundingSeed funding from Corecam Capital Partners
- 2017MilestoneFounded in Darmstadt
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Wingcopter 198?
- The Wingcopter 198 is developed by Wingcopter, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the Wingcopter 198?
- The Wingcopter 198 is a Delivery robot made by Wingcopter.
- How much does the Wingcopter 198 cost?
- Pricing for the Wingcopter 198 is not publicly listed — contact Wingcopter for a quote.
- When was the Wingcopter 198 launched?
- The Wingcopter 198 was launched in 2021.
- What are the key specifications of the Wingcopter 198?
- Key specifications of the Wingcopter 198: payload 5 kg, battery 0.67 h, navigation hybrid.
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