Dragonfish Pro with L20T

Dragonfish Pro
  • High-quality VTOL fixed-wing drone with maximum payload capacity and flight time
  • L20T multi-sensor payload with zoom, thermal, and wide-angle camera + laser rangefinder
  • Suitable for large-scale inspections and industrial air operations
  • Robust design with high wind resistance and long operational serviceability
  • Fully autonomous mission planning and execution possible
About the product:

  • High-quality VTOL fixed-wing drone with maximum payload capacity and flight time
  • L20T multi-sensor payload with zoom, thermal, and wide-angle camera + laser rangefinder
  • Suitable for large-scale inspections and industrial air operations
  • Robust design with high wind resistance and long operational serviceability
  • Fully autonomous mission planning and execution possible

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Here are the perfected, professional descriptions for the Autel Dragonfish Pro with L20T Payload . In this version, the emphasis is on the “Maximum Endurance Heavy Intel”: the Dragonfish Pro as the undisputed king of the series, built for the very largest coverage areas and maximum data acquisition in a single flight.

Autel Dragonfish Pro with L20T: The Absolute King of Large-Scale VTOL Air Operations

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The Autel Dragonfish Pro with L20T Payload is the absolute flagship of the Dragonfish series and represents the ultimate in professional long-range reconnaissance. This industrial eVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) platform is designed for operators who do not settle for compromise. By combining the operational flexibility of a multirotor with the massive, aerodynamic airframe of a fixed-wing aircraft, the Dragonfish Pro solves the toughest logistical challenges. Without the need for a runway, this heavyweight takes off vertically, then smoothly transitions to a highly efficient cruise flight that allows you to map entire regions. Coupled with the legendary L20T four-in-one multisensor camera, this is the ultimate strategic tool for governments, defense organizations, and multinational industrial corporations.

Maximum Endurance & Quadruple Sensor Synergy

As the most powerful model in the series, the Pro version delivers groundbreaking performance:
  • The L20T Multi-Sensor Matrix: This high-end gimbal integrates four essential sensors into a single streamlined housing. With a 20x optical zoom camera , a 12 MP wide-angle camera , a 640×512 thermal sensor , and a precision laser rangefinder, you collect visual and thermal data at extreme distances simultaneously during a single mission.
  • Unrivaled Flight Time & Stability: The enlarged Pro Airframe is technically optimized for superior battery capacity and unprecedented endurance. This allows you to cover vast infrastructures, massive disaster areas, or kilometers of border zones without costly interruptions for battery changes.
  • Fully Autonomous Control: Thanks to advanced AI flight modes, the drone performs complex mapping tasks, surveillance interventions, and object tracking entirely independently. This minimizes the workload for the operator and guarantees error-free data acquisition with centimeter-accurate RTK precision.

Industrial Redundancy & Modular Power

Hardware built to dominate, even under the most hostile operational conditions:
  • Superior Wind and Weather Resistance: The robust carbon fiber composite construction of the Pro variant offers exceptional stability in the air and withstands severe wind gusts. As a result, the platform continues to perform reliably where smaller drones must remain on the ground.
  • Military-Grade Safety Architecture: The Dragonfish Pro is equipped with multiple redundancies, including advanced GNSS fail protection and backup emergency control. Should the GPS signal be lost, the drone continues navigating safely using its internal systems, supported by the automatic Return-to-Home function.
  • Quick-Swap Modularity in the Field: Time and flexibility are crucial. Thanks to the modular design, you can swap the L20T payload or the powerful battery modules within seconds without tools, allowing the device to be immediately adapted to a changing mission profile.

Why the Dragonfish Pro with L20T Is Indispensable

For organizations relying on infallible, large-scale aerial intelligence, the Autel Dragonfish Pro with L20T is the ultimate all-in-one solution. It eliminates the massive logistical footprint and hazards of manned aviation, while delivering visual and analytical capabilities that accelerate decision-making day and night. Whether inspecting vital national energy infrastructure, large-scale border surveillance, or complex search and rescue operations, this platform offers the maximum range, heaviest payload capacity, and unconditional reliability needed to maintain control when everything is at stake.    

Autel Dragonfish Pro with L20T: The Undisputed Sovereign of Large-Scale VTOL Operations

The Autel Dragonfish Pro with L20T Payload Camera stands as the definitive flagship of the Dragonfish series, representing the absolute pinnacle of long-range aerial intelligence. Engineered for operators who demand uncompromised performance, this heavy-lift enterprise eVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) platform bridges the operational agility of a multirotor with the massive, aerodynamically optimized airframe of a fixed-wing aircraft. Requiring no runways or launcher systems, the Dragonfish Pro ascends vertically from any austere terrain before transitioning into high-efficiency forward flight to monitor entire regions. Paired with the tactical L20T quad-sensor gimbal, it is the premier strategic asset for governmental agencies, defense sectors, and industrial enterprises globally.

Maximum Endurance & Quad-Sensor Intelligence

As the most powerful model in the lineup, the Pro variant delivers unrivaled technical command over expansive territories:
  • The L20T Multisensor Engine: This elite payload consolidates four high-tier capabilities into a single stabilized unit: a 20x optical zoom camera for pinpoint target verification at extreme distances, a 12 MP wide-angle camera for broad situational analysis, a 640×512 thermal imaging sensor for absolute nighttime tracking, and an integrated laser rangefinder for instantaneous coordinates extraction.
  • Elite Multi-Hour Endurance: The expanded Pro airframe is structurally optimized to support increased battery capacity, delivering an industry-leading flight duration. This allows the platform to survey massive utility grids, sprawling disaster zones, or international borders without the operational gaps caused by frequent battery cycles.
  • AI-Driven Mission Autonomy: Advanced autonomous flight profiles and smart tracking algorithms manage complex reconnaissance workflows independently. Backed by centimeter-level RTK positioning accuracy, the system gathers high-fidelity geospatial and thermal data with minimal operator workload.

Industrial-Grade Redundancy & Heavy-Lift Architecture

An unyielding ecosystem built to survive and perform reliably within the most hostile operational theaters:
  • Superior Wind Resistance & Durability: Constructed from rugged carbon-composite materials, the larger Pro airframe provides exceptional flight stability. It effortlessly cuts through high-velocity winds and challenging atmospheric conditions that compromise lesser aircraft.
  • Hardened Safety Redundancies: The Dragonfish Pro is fortified with sophisticated fail-safe layers, including redundant control links and advanced GNSS-loss protection. These industrial-grade mechanisms ensure the aircraft maintains navigational stability and returns safely even in signal-denied environments.
  • Quick-Swap Modular Field Adaptability: Operational velocity is native to the design. The modular airframe allows operators to hot-swap the L20T payload or change out the heavy-duty battery packs within seconds without requiring specialized tools, ensuring near-continuous deployment.

Why the Dragonfish Pro with L20T Is Essential

For organizations where missing data means mission failure, this configuration delivers an uncompromised strategic edge. It completely replaces the heavy logistical footprint and inherent risks of manned aviation with an agile, rapid-response eVTOL architecture that refuses to compromise on payload capacity or spatial range. Choosing the Autel Dragonfish Pro with the L20T payload means investing in maximum airborne endurance, multi-layered visual clarity, and unyielding field reliability—ensuring total territorial sovereignty anytime, anywhere.

ProductAutel Dragonfish Pro with L20T
Product typeVTOL Drone
System typeeVTOL fixed-wing hybride
Wingspan3,29 m
Dimensions1650 × 3040 × 460 mm
Weight (without payload)14,5 kg
Maximum starting weight17 kg
Maximum load capacity2,5 kg
Maximum flight timeUp to 158 minutes
Maximum speed108 km/h
Maximum transmission distance45 km
Protection classIP43
GNSSGPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / Galileo
Operating temperature-20°C to 50°C
Maximum flight altitude6000 m
Wind resistanceTotal 15 m/s
Flight modeAutonomous / Manual
Payload interfaceQuick-change system
Start typeVertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL)
For general product pages or simple product pages this contains what is in the box.
1 x Autel Dragonfish Pro Aircraft
1 x L20T Multi-Sensor Payload
1 x Ground Control Station
2 x Intelligent Flight Batteries
1 x Battery Charging Hub
1 x Transportkoffer
1 x Remote Controller
1 x Propeller Set
1 x Power Cable
1 x User Manual
Autel Ground Control Station
Autel Mission Planning Software
Autel Smart Antenna Transmission (ASAT)
Autel Dragonfish Repeater
Autel Dragonfish Nest
Autel RTK-module (indien toegepast binnen configuratie)
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What is the maximum payload capacity of the Dragonfish?

Dragonfish Standard: The maximum payload weight is 1.5kg.
Dragonfish Pro: The maximum payload weight is 2.2kg.

Are the blades removable?

The blades on both sides of the wing are quick-release blades, which can be easily detached and stored; the blades at the front and rear ends of the aircraft generally do not need to be disassembled. If they need to be replaced, you will require a set of tools to do so.

What is the ingress protection level of the Dragonfish? Can you fly on rainy days?

The Draghonfish has an IP43 protection level and can fly in moderate rainy weather.

What is the maximum flight time of the aircraft?

Dragonfish Standard: The max flight time is 107 minutes.
Dragonfish Pro: The max flight time is 179 minutes.

What is the effective image transmission range of the Dragonfish?

When used with a base station, the maximum image transmission distance of the aircraft is 30km; when the ground station is used alone to connect the aircraft, the maximum image transmission distance is 15km.

What is the resolution of the Dragonfish gimbal camera?

Dual-lens camera: This consists of an integrated 4K ultra-high-definition optical zoom camera, which can achieve 20x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom; and also has a 48-megapixel high-resolution wide-angle camera.
Triple sensor: Consist of an integrated 4K ultra-high-definition optical zoom camera, which can achieve 20x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom; and has an integrated 48 MP high-resolution wide-angle camera; siultaneously it is equipped with 640*512 resolution infrared thermal imaging camera with a maximium the detection range of up to 2000 meters.

Can I change the gimbal mount?

Yes. The gimbal mount can be replaced.
Currently, the Dragonfish can be equipped with dual-lens and triple-lens cameras, and more mounts will be developed and introduced to the market in the future.

The two batteries have different power levels. Can you take off and fly?

If the power difference between the two batteries is less than 12%, you can take off; if the power difference is greater than 12%, the App will display “Battery power difference is too large” and you cannot take off.

Can the battery be carried on board?

The energy of the battery is 277.2Wh. According to airline requirements, the battery cannot be carried on board.

Can the battery be used in a low temperature environment?

The operating temperature of the battery is -20 °C to 40 °C. Use the battery in a low temperature environment, the battery life will be reduced, please arrange the flight time reasonably. For optimal performance, it is recommended to keep the battery temperature above 15 °C before flying.
If the battery is charged in an environment of -20 °C to 5 °C, the battery will start the self-heating function and enter the charging process after heating.

How does one maintain the battery?

1. Ensure that the 2 batteries are charged/discharged at the same time to obtain the best power supply performance;
2. Do not charge immediately after flight; it is recommended to charge the battery after it drops to room temperature;
3. The ideal charging environment temperature of the battery is 15 °C~40 °C;
4. The ideal storage environment temperature of the battery is 22 °C~28 °C. When storing, ensure the area is free from water and moisture, and avoid direct sunlight;
5. If you do not use the battery for more than 10 days, please discharge the battery to 20%~30% and store it, and recharge and discharge it every 3 months or so to keep the battery active.

How long does it take to fully charge two batteries?

It takes about 120 minutes to fully charge each battery; about 240 minutes to fully charge both batteries.

Does the ground station have internal storage space?

Yes,it comes with 256G of internal memory.

What is the working environment temperature of the ground station?

– 20℃ to 40℃.

How long is the battery life of the ground station?

The battery life is 3 hours at maximum brightness and 4.5 hours at 50% brightness.

How long does it take to charge the ground station?

About 120 minutes.

What is the screen size, resolution, and maximum brightness of the ground station?

The ground station has a built-in 9.7-inch, 2048*1536 ultra-high-definition touch screen. The maximum brightness is 1000NIT.

What type of image output interface does the ground station provide?

HDMI output interface.

Can the Dragonfish ground station be used with other products?

No, it cannot.

What is the working duration of the base station?

When fully charged, the working time is more than 7.5 hours.

How long does it take to charge the base station?

About 120 minutes.

What is the positioning accuracy of the base station?

Single Point
Level: 1.5 m (RMS)
Vertical: 3.0 m (RMS)
RTK
Level: 1 cm+1 ppm (RMS)
Vertical: 1.5 cm + 1 ppm (RMS)

What navigation systems does the base station support? What are the satellite receiving frequency points?

It simultaneously receives:
GPS:L1,L2,L5
Beidou:B1,B2,B3
GLONASS:F1,F2
Galileo:E1,E5A,E5B

Which software applications is supported?

The Autel Voyager App is currently supported.

How does one upgrade the firmware?

Method 1:
1. Before upgrading, please make sure that the aircraft, ground station, and base station are all turned on and that linking is successful.
2. Copy the new firmware downloaded from the Autel official website to a USB flash drive. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port of the ground station. A dialog box will pop up on the ground station screen to prompt the firmware upgrade. Follow the instructions to complete the firmware upgrade.

Method 2:
1. Before upgrading, please make sure that the aircraft, ground station, and base station are all turned on and that linking is successful.
2. When the ground station is connected to the network, if the firmware needs to be upgraded, the ground station will automatically detect the new firmware and prompt the user to download; after completing the download as prompted, click “Upgrade” and wait for the operation page to prompt “Firmware Upgrade Complete”.

Which industries can it be applied to?

The Dragonfish can be used across a wide range of applications such as police law enforcement, forest fire prevention, electric power inspection, traffic law enforcement, coastal defense and smuggling, agricultural monitoring, and more.

Aircraft

Are the blades removable?

The blades on both sides of the wing are quick-release blades, which can be easily detached and stored; the blades at the front and rear ends of the aircraft generally do not need to be disassembled. If they need to be replaced, you will require a set of tools to do so.

What is the ingress protection level of the Dragonfish? Can you fly on rainy days?

The Dragonfish Standard and Dragonfish Pro have an IP43 ingress protection rating, making them suitable for operation in light to moderate rain. The Dragonfish 25 has a higher IP45 rating, offering improved protection against water exposure.

What is the maximum flight time of the aircraft?

Dragonfish Standard: The max flight time is 107 minutes.

Dragonfish Pro: The max flight time is 179 minutes.

Image Transmission

What is the effective image transmission range of the Dragonfish?

When used with a base station, the maximum image transmission distance of the aircraft is 30km; when the ground station is used alone to connect the aircraft, the maximum image transmission distance is 15km.

Gimbal

What is the resolution of the Dragonfish gimbal camera?

Dual-lens camera: This consists of an integrated 4K ultra-high-definition optical zoom camera, which can achieve 20x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom; and also has a 48-megapixel high-resolution wide-angle camera.
Triple sensor: Consist of an integrated 4K ultra-high-definition optical zoom camera, which can achieve 20x optical zoom and 12x digital zoom; and has an integrated 48 MP high-resolution wide-angle camera; siultaneously it is equipped with 640*512 resolution infrared thermal imaging camera with a maximium the detection range of up to 2000 meters.

Can I change the gimbal mount?

Yes. The gimbal mount can be replaced.
Currently, the Dragonfish can be equipped with dual-lens and triple-lens cameras, and more mounts will be developed and introduced to the market in the future.

Battery

The two batteries have different power levels. Can you take off and fly?

If the power difference between the two batteries is less than 12%, you can take off; if the power difference is greater than 12%, the App will display “Battery power difference is too large” and you cannot take off.

Can the battery be carried on board?

The energy of the battery is 277.2Wh. According to airline requirements, the battery cannot be carried on board.

Can the battery be used in a low temperature environment?

The operating temperature of the battery is -20 °C to 40 °C. Use the battery in a low temperature environment, the battery life will be reduced, please arrange the flight time reasonably. For optimal performance, it is recommended to keep the battery temperature above 15 °C before flying.
If the battery is charged in an environment of -20 °C to 5 °C, the battery will start the self-heating function and enter the charging process after heating.

Can the battery be used in a low temperature environment?

The operating temperature of the battery is -20 °C to 40 °C. Use the battery in a low temperature environment, the battery life will be reduced, please arrange the flight time reasonably. For optimal performance, it is recommended to keep the battery temperature above 15 °C before flying.
If the battery is charged in an environment of -20 °C to 5 °C, the battery will start the self-heating function and enter the charging process after heating.

How does one maintain the battery?

1. Ensure that the 2 batteries are charged/discharged at the same time to obtain the best power supply performance;

2. Do not charge immediately after flight; it is recommended to charge the battery after it drops to room temperature;

3. The ideal charging environment temperature of the battery is 15 °C~40 °C;

4. The ideal storage environment temperature of the battery is 22 °C~28 °C. When storing, ensure the area is free from water and moisture, and avoid direct sunlight;

5. If you do not use the battery for more than 10 days, please discharge the battery to 20%~30% and store it, and recharge and discharge it every 3 months or so to keep the battery active.

How long does it take to fully charge two batteries?

It takes about 120 minutes to fully charge each battery; about 240 minutes to fully charge both batteries.

Ground Station

Does the ground station have internal storage space?

Yes,it comes with 256G of internal memory.

What is the working environment temperature of the ground station?

– 20℃ to 40℃.

How long is the battery life of the ground station?

The battery life is 3 hours at maximum brightness and 4.5 hours at 50% brightness.

How long does it take to charge the ground station?

About 120 minutes.

What is the screen size, resolution, and maximum brightness of the ground station?

The ground station has a built-in 9.7-inch, 2048*1536 ultra-high-definition touch screen. The maximum brightness is 1000NIT.

What type of image output interface does the ground station provide?

HDMI output interface.

Can the Dragonfish ground station be used with other products?

No, it cannot.

Base Station

What is the working duration of the base station?

When fully charged, the working time is more than 7.5 hours.

How long does it take to charge the base station?

About 120 minutes.

What is the positioning accuracy of the base station?

Single Point

Level: 1.5 m (RMS)

Vertical: 3.0 m (RMS)

RTK

Level: 1 cm+1 ppm (RMS)

Vertical: 1.5 cm + 1 ppm (RMS)

What navigation systems does the base station support? What are the satellite receiving frequency points?

It simultaneously receives:

GPS:L1,L2,L5

Beidou:B1,B2,B3

GLONASS:F1,F2

Galileo:E1,E5A,E5B

Software

Which software applications is supported?

The Autel Voyager App is currently supported.

How does one upgrade the firmware?

Method 1:

1. Before upgrading, please make sure that the aircraft, ground station, and base station are all turned on and that linking is successful.

2. Copy the new firmware downloaded from the Autel official website to a USB flash drive. Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port of the ground station. A dialog box will pop up on the ground station screen to prompt the firmware upgrade. Follow the instructions to complete the firmware upgrade.

Method 2:

1. Before upgrading, please make sure that the aircraft, ground station, and base station are all turned on and that linking is successful.

2. When the ground station is connected to the network, if the firmware needs to be upgraded, the ground station will automatically detect the new firmware and prompt the user to download; after completing the download as prompted, click “Upgrade” and wait for the operation page to prompt “Firmware Upgrade Complete”.

Application

Which industries can it be applied to?

The Dragonfish can be used across a wide range of applications such as police law enforcement, forest fire prevention, electric power inspection, traffic law enforcement, coastal defense and smuggling, agricultural monitoring, and more.

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