Dragonfish Standard with T5L

Dragonfish Standard

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VTOL fixed-wing design for maximum efficiency and long flight time without a runway
T5L multi-sensor payload with zoom, thermal, and wide-angle camera
Improved laser distance meter for longer measuring distances and accurate detection
Rapid deployment with modular and portable design
Suitable for autonomous missions such as inspection, surveillance, and rescue operations.

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VTOL fixed-wing design for maximum efficiency and long flight time without a runway
T5L multi-sensor payload with zoom, thermal, and wide-angle camera
Improved laser distance meter for longer measuring distances and accurate detection
Rapid deployment with modular and portable design
Suitable for autonomous missions such as inspection, surveillance, and rescue operations.

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6+ years experience in drone industry
Ships within 24 hours from EU warehouse
2-Year limited warranty
No import duties
Best price guarantee
Free shipping above €100
High customer satisfaction

Autel Dragonfish Standard with T5L: The Ultimate Benchmark for Extended-Range VTOL Exploration

The Autel Dragonfish Standard with T5L Payload represents the absolute top class in long-range reconnaissance and tactical data acquisition. This advanced eVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) platform solves the greatest logistical challenges by combining the flexibility of a multirotor with the superior aerodynamic efficiency of a fixed-wing aircraft. Without the need for a runway, the Dragonfish Standard takes off vertically from any unpaved terrain, subsequently transitioning seamlessly to highly efficient cruising flight. Coupled with the groundbreaking T5L payload featuring an extended measurement range, this system is the ultimate strategic tool for border surveillance, large-scale inspections, and complex search and rescue missions.

Superior T5L Multi-Sensor Hub & Extended Measuring Distances

The synergy between the Standard airframe and the advanced T5L gimbal offers unparalleled operational advantages:

The T5L Extended-Range Payload: This high-performance sensor system takes detection to a higher level. It integrates a powerful optical zoom camera, a wide-angle camera, and a radiometric thermal camera with an extended-range laser rangefinder . This allows you to accurately detect, identify, and geographically locate objects and targets at significantly greater distances than with standard systems.
Extreme Coverage & Autonomy: Thanks to the efficient fixed-wing flight, the platform remains in the air continuously for hours. This makes it possible to map hundreds of kilometers of infrastructure, coastlines, or border areas in a single mission.
Fully Autonomous Mission Execution: Complex flight plans are executed effortlessly. With advanced AI tracking and autonomous flight modes, the drone follows fixed routes or specific objects with minimal operator input, minimizing the risk of human error.

Military-Grade Reliability & Rapid Deployment Chassis

Hardware designed to perform immediately under the most challenging conditions:

Operational Within Minutes: In critical situations, every second counts. The modular, tool-free quick-assembly system enables operators to assemble and launch the device from demanding field locations in an instant.
Advanced Fail-Safe Systems: The Dragonfish Standard is equipped with a robust suite of safety features. In the event of loss of the GPS/GNSS signal, intelligent emergency control and GNSS fail protection are activated. Together with the automatic Return-to-Home function, a safe return of the device is always guaranteed.
Quick-Swap Modularity: Flexibility in the field is essential. The T5L gimbal is designed as a quick-swap module, allowing you to switch between different specialized payloads in an instant as mission dynamics demand.

Why the Dragonfish Standard with T5L Is Indispensable

For government agencies, industrial inspectors, and defense organizations that rely on infallible aerial intelligence at extreme distances, this configuration offers the ultimate total solution. It eliminates the heavy logistical footprint of traditional fixed-wing drones and offers superior visual and metric range thanks to the T5L payload. With the Autel Dragonfish Standard with T5L, you minimize risks for ground teams, drastically reduce operational costs, and maintain absolute control over your operational sector, both day and night.

Autel Dragonfish Standard with T5L: The New Benchmark in Extended-Range VTOL Intelligence

The Autel Dragonfish Standard with T5L Payload Camera marks a definitive advancement in long-range aerial reconnaissance and high-fidelity data collection. Engineered for mission-critical operations across public safety, defense, and industrial sectors, this premium eVTOL (Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) platform bridges the rapid deployment of a multirotor with the uncompromised aerodynamic endurance of a fixed-wing aircraft. Eliminating the need for launch catapults or clear runways, the Dragonfish Standard ascends vertically from any austere location before smoothly transitioning into high-velocity forward flight. Paired with the specialized T5L multi-sensor payload, it delivers enhanced target detection and extended ranging capabilities over vast operational grids.

Extended Ranging Capability & Multi-Sensor Analytics

The integration of the Standard airframe and the T5L payload establishes unmatched technical command over extreme distances:

The T5L Extended-Range Engine: This elite gimbal system consolidates multiple high-tier capabilities into a single stabilized unit. It features a powerful optical zoom camera, a wide-angle sensor, and a high-resolution thermal imaging camera, seamlessly fused with an extended-range laser rangefinder. This configuration allows operators to detect, track, and extract accurate coordinates of targets at significantly greater distances than standard payloads allow.
Sustained Wide-Area Coverage: Capitalizing on its optimized fixed-wing flight mode, the aircraft delivers multi-hour flight endurance. This enables the platform to monitor extensive borders, coastlines, or critical utility corridors in a single sortie, maximizing operational uptime.
AI-Driven Flight Autonomy: Advanced autonomous mission planning and smart tracking algorithms handle the heavy lifting. The platform can execute complex mapping and surveillance workflows independently, allowing a single operator to manage high-stakes missions with minimal workload.

Industrial Durability & Advanced Redundancy Architecture

An enterprise-grade ecosystem built to perform reliably in unpredictable and harsh environments:

Rapid Tool-Free Field Deployment: When responding to active security threats or search and rescue emergencies, deployment speed is vital. The modular composite airframe can be completely assembled, calibrated, and launched by a field team within minutes without requiring specialized tools.
Hardened Safety Redundancies: The Dragonfish Standard is fortified with sophisticated fail-safe layers, including automated Return-to-Home overrides and advanced GNSS-loss protection algorithms. These systems ensure the aircraft maintains navigational stability and can be recovered safely even in denied environments.
Quick-Swap Payload Adaptability: Operational versatility is native to the design. The T5L payload is engineered as a quick-release modular system, empowering operators to hot-swap sensors instantly in the field to match shifting tactical requirements.

Why the Dragonfish Standard with T5L Is Essential

For organizations where precision over long distances is non-negotiable, this configuration provides an uncompromised strategic edge. It shatters the logistical barriers of legacy fixed-wing unmanned aircraft while introducing a visual and analytical arsenal that sharpens decision-making across day and night cycles. By choosing the Autel Dragonfish Standard with the T5L payload, you significantly mitigate human risk, slash overhead costs compared to manned aviation, and establish absolute spatial dominance over your theater of operations—anytime, anywhere.

Product	Autel Dragonfish Standard met T5L Payload
Producttype	VTOL Drone
Type systeem	eVTOL fixed-wing hybride
Vleugelspanwijdte	2,49 m
Afmetingen	1290 × 2302 × 483 mm
Gewicht (zonder payload)	7,5 kg
Maximaal startgewicht	9 kg
Maximaal laadvermogen	1,5 kg
Maximale vliegtijd	Tot 179 minuten
Maximale snelheid	108 km/u
Maximale transmissieafstand	45 km
Beschermingsklasse	IP43
GNSS	GPS / GLONASS / BeiDou / Galileo
Bedrijfstemperatuur	-20°C tot 50°C
Maximale vlieghoogte	6000 m
Payload interface	Snelwisselsysteem
Autonomie	Volledig autonome missieplanning ondersteund

T5L Payload

Product	T5L Multi-Sensor Payload
Type	Multi-sensor camera payload
Stabilisatie	3-assige gimbal
Sensoren	Groothoekcamera / Zoomcamera / Thermische camera / Laserafstandsmeter
Zoom	Optische + hybride zoom (exacte factor niet officieel gespecificeerd)
Thermisch	Hoge resolutie thermische imaging (modelafhankelijk)
Laserafstandsmeter	Uitgebreid bereik (T5L variant met verbeterde capaciteit)
Opslag	Intern + microSD ondersteuning
Gebruik	Dag- en nachtoperaties

For general product pages or simple product pages this contains what is in the box.

1 x Autel Dragonfish Standard Aircraft

1 x T5L Multi-Sensor Payload Camera

1 x Ground Control Station

2 x Intelligent Flight Battery

1 x Transportkoffer

1 x Oplader

1 x Set Propellers

1 x Stroomkabel

1 x Documentatiepakket

Autel Ground Control Station

Autel Mission Planning Software

Autel Smart Antenna Transmission (ASAT)

Autel Dragonfish Repeater

Autel Dragonfish Nest

Autel RTK module (if applied within configuration)

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?

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?

Gimbal

What is the resolution of the Dragonfish gimbal camera?

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?

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?

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”.