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United States General Atomics Aeronautical Systems
Avenger (Predator C)
A jet-powered, low-observable-shaped evolution of the Predator/Reaper family designed for higher speed and an internal weapons bay. Used in limited numbers by US government operators for high-end ISR and strike missions.
In service since 2009 · 1 operator countries
Compiled from public sources ·primary reference ↗ ·last verified 2026-07-02
740
km/h
2,778
km range
15,500
m ceiling
2,948
kg payload
Pricing: Unit cost not publicly disclosed; limited-rate low-volume production
Procurement snapshot
Availability & export
US ITAR-controlled
Export needs U.S. State Dept (DDTC) approval; end-use & re-transfer restrictions apply.
Channel: Foreign Military Sales (FMS) or Direct Commercial Sale
Fielded & proven
Limited · 1 operator
In service since 2009. Status: active · ~6 built.
Lifecycle cost (est.)
No public unit price to model from. Why so few systems publish one →
Interoperability
No standardised NATO calibre / datalink detected in public specs.
Derived guidance from public data, export regime by country of origin, lifecycle from the GAO ~30% acquisition rule. Verify eligibility, pricing and offsets with the manufacturer and your acquisition authority.
Compatible munitions & weapons
Publicly reported weapons the Avenger (Predator C) can carry. Linked items have a full spec page.
Full specifications
Performance
Speed, range, altitude and engagement capability.
| Max speed Maximum level speed. For aircraft this is at optimal altitude; for ground vehicles, top road speed. Higher means faster response and better kinematic performance. | 740 km/h |
|---|---|
| Range Maximum distance: ferry range for aircraft, operational range for vehicles, maximum engagement distance for missiles. Higher means more standoff or persistence. | 2,778 km |
| Service ceiling Maximum operating altitude. Higher gives energy advantage and sensor horizon. | 15,500 m |
| Endurance Time on station. Critical for UAVs and patrol platforms, higher means longer persistent coverage. | 20 h |
Firepower
Armament, payload and guidance.
| Hardpoints External stations for weapons and pods. More means bigger and more flexible loadouts. | 6 |
|---|---|
| Weapons payload Maximum ordnance weight the platform can carry. Higher means more strike capacity per sortie. | 2,948 kg |
Physical
Dimensions, weight and crew.
| Length Overall length including gun/probe where applicable. | 13 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan Wingtip-to-wingtip span. | 20 m |
| Combat weight Fully loaded weight. Lighter eases transport and bridging limits; heavier often means more armor. | 8,255 kg |
| Crew Personnel required to operate. Fewer reduces exposure; autoloaders trade a loader for mechanical complexity. | 0 |
Propulsion
Engine, power and fuel.
| Engine Powerplant model and type. | Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545B turbofan |
|---|---|
| Propulsion type Turbofan, turboshaft, diesel, gas turbine, solid-fuel rocket, ramjet… | Turbofan |
Sensors & avionics
Radar, sensor suite and datalinks.
| Sensors IRST, EO/IR turrets, laser designators, sniper pods, thermal sights. | Electro-optical/infrared turret, Synthetic aperture radar |
|---|---|
| Datalink Network connectivity: Link 16, MADL, national datalinks. Enables cooperative engagement. | LOS datalink, SATCOM |
Program
Cost, production scale and operators.
| Units built Total production run. Higher means proven manufacturing, mature logistics and spares availability. | 6 |
|---|---|
| Operator countries Number of countries operating the system. More operators means broader support ecosystem. | 1 |
Specifications compiled from public General Atomics Aeronautical Systems and reference sources ↗. Published defense figures are approximations, treat comparisons as directional. Last verified 2026-07-02.
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What is the top speed of the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C)? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) has a maximum speed of 740 km/h.
What is the range of the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C)? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) has a maximum range of 2,778 km.
What is the weapons payload of the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C)? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) can carry up to 2,948 kg of weapons payload.
How much does the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) weigh? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) has a combat weight of 8,255 kg.
How many crew does the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) require? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) requires a crew of 0.
What engine does the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) use? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) is powered by the Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545B turbofan.
What is the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) used for? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) is a uav / drone typically used for isr, close air support, deep strike.
How many countries operate the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C)? +
The General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) is operated by 1 countries.
How much does the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C) cost? +
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Avenger (Predator C): Unit cost not publicly disclosed; limited-rate low-volume production. Defense program costs are rarely fully public and vary by contract and configuration.
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