Skydio X2 Drone
Product descripton: Skydio X2 Drone by Skydio
Skydio X2 – Enterprise-Grade Autonomous Drone
The Skydio X2 ushers in a new era of AI-powered drone autonomy, building on the proven capabilities of Skydio 2 with enhancements tailored for enterprise, public safety, and defense applications. At its core, Skydio X2 features Skydio Autonomy, a computer vision-based flight engine that understands the drone’s surroundings in real-time, allowing it to avoid obstacles, map environments in 3D, and follow complex objects automatically.
Skydio X2 transforms any operator into a skilled pilot, allowing users to focus on mission objectives rather than manual control. Its rugged, foldable airframe houses six 4K navigation cameras for complete 360° obstacle awareness, paired with a dual sensor payload including a 12MP visual camera and a 320×256 FLIR thermal sensor for superior situational intelligence.
The X2 is available in two configurations:
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X2D – Designed for the U.S. Army and defense missions, optimized for short-range reconnaissance, search & rescue, and security patrols, with long-range 1.8 GHz radio connectivity up to 10 km and fully offline operation for secure environments.
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X2E – Tailored for enterprise, first responders, and civilian agencies, ideal for infrastructure inspection and situational awareness, with commercial-band radio providing up to 6 km of wireless range.
Equipped with an enterprise-grade controller featuring a large touchscreen, rugged design, and external antennas, X2 ensures extended wireless connectivity while remaining intuitive to operate, even with gloves. Security is prioritized with end-to-end encryption, signed firmware, and burned-in keys, giving users full control over data and drone operation.
Skydio X2 excels in diverse applications: rapid situational awareness in emergency response, safer inspection of hazardous utilities, and efficient asset management on construction sites, all while minimizing risk to personnel and maximizing mission efficiency.
Technical specifications
| Specification | X2D / X2E Value |
|---|---|
| Airframe | Foldable, rugged, enterprise-grade design |
| Autonomy Engine | Skydio Autonomy – real-time obstacle avoidance, 3D mapping, object/scene recognition |
| Navigation Cameras | 6× 4K navigation cameras for 360° obstacle awareness |
| Primary Sensor Payload | 12MP EO camera, 320×256 FLIR thermal sensor |
| Wireless Range | X2D: up to 10 km (1.8 GHz) / X2E: up to 6 km (commercial bands) |
| Controller | Enterprise-grade, touchscreen + joysticks, external antennas, glove-friendly |
| Security | Media card encryption, signed/encrypted firmware, burned-in keys, offline mode |
| Deployment Time | < 40 seconds |
| Max Flight Speed | 36–45 mph (depending on conditions) |
| Max Flight Time | ~27 minutes |
| Operating Temperature Range | -5°C to 40°C (23°F to 104°F) |
| Service Ceiling | Up to 15,000 ft (4,600 m) above sea level |
| Wind Resistance | Up to 25 mph (40 km/h) |
| Applications | Search & rescue, situational awareness, infrastructure inspection, security patrol |
| Data Integration | Compatible with QGroundControl, enterprise fleet management, inspection software |
| Weight | ~2 lb (0.91 kg) including battery |