V-BAT / MQ-35A

Tail-sitting ducted-fan VTOL UAS for expeditionary maritime and land ISR, associated with Shield AI Hivemind autonomy.

Maker
Shield AI
Country
United States
Role
Ship-capable VTOL ISR UAS
Last reviewed
2026-05-14
Reference only. These are public-source records for research and comparison. They are not marketplace stock, are not for sale, and carry no build, targeting or operational employment guidance.

Specifications

PropulsionHeavy fuel engine / JP5 listed by Shield AI
Wingspan12.5 ft / 3.8 m
Height9.6 ft / 2.9 m
Max gross takeoff weight161 lb / 73 kg

Reported cost

Not publicly listed; contract/service pricing
Confidence: public-contract

A published or estimated procurement figure, not a marketplace price. This system cannot be ordered here.

Media, datasheets and references

Source notes

  • Specs from Shield AI public page; supplemental service page included.

Tags

VTOLmaritimeheavy-fuelHivemind