The British manufacturer Windracers announced that its high-capacity drone ULTRA can now reach a range of up to 2,000 km on a single mission while still being able to carry loads of up to 200 kg.
This update places the model among the world’s highest range unmanned systems, expanding its potential for civilian, scientific, humanitarian, and military missions.
Officially unveiled at the LAUNCH 2026 event in London, the ULTRA demonstrated its capability for fully autonomous flights and logistical operations in remote or contested areas. The company also confirmed plans to expand production, with expectations to manufacture hundreds of units over the next two years to meet growing international demand.
The drone is already in use in regions like Ukraine, Alaska, Central Africa, and Antarctica, supporting research, supply transport, and operations in extreme environments. According to Windracers, this new configuration will further expand the range of these missions, reducing human risks and operational costs.
For UK authorities and experts, the ULTRA represents a strategic advancement in unmanned aviation. Combining large cargo capacity, long-range, and autonomy, the system strengthens the UK’s position in the development of sovereign technologies and consolidates the role of drones as key assets in future air operations.
Source: UK Defence Journal | Photo: X @Windracers | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
Windracers ULTRA reaches 2,000km heavy-lift range – the same distance as London to Marrakesh. 🚀
Unveiled at the Windracers LAUNCH 2026 event in central London, CEO Simon Muderack announced that the dual-use drone can now be configured to fly up to 2,000km. (1/3) pic.twitter.com/Xu3rdF7rHj
— Windracers (@Windracers) January 15, 2026
