Kratos UTAP 22 Mako

Kratos' UTAP-22 Mako (Unmanned Tactical Aerial Platform) was designed as the unmanned (UAS) counterpart or wingman to manned warfighters. It was revealed in 2015.

Basic Weapon Facts

I. Background

1. Manufacturer: Kratos
2. Suppliers: United States Air Force (USAF)
3. Country of origin: USA
4. Developmental stage: Operational
5. System version: Based on the USAF BQM-167A
6. System type: UAS

II. General Specifications

1. System dimensions: Length: 6.1 m. Wingspan 3.2 m
2. Weight: Max 930 kg (dry weight: 159 kg)
3. Max payload: Typically 318 kg
4. Max operating time: 3 hrs
5. Max operating Distance/Reach: 2593 km
6. Max speed: 9 mach

III. Autonomy

Autonomous Targeting capabilities: According to Airforce-Technology, the system has the capacity to "coordinate semi-autonomous deployment of payload and dispersed from formation to perform an independent function with a subsequent re-join". The system is equipped with Karatos' Skyborg autonomous core system.

Sources

1. Manufacturer websites:
   • https://www.kratosdefense.com/systems-and-platforms/unmanned-systems/aerial/tactical-uavs
   • https://www.kratosdefense.com/-/media/k/pdf/usd/utap-22.pdf
2. News reports:
   • Airforce Technology: Mako Unmanned Tactical Aerial Platform 22 UTAP22
   • Military Factory: Aircraft Detail