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IAI Heron TP Eitan Strategic MALE UAS Variant

The IAI Heron TP, known in Israeli service as Eitan, is the strategic, high-endurance variant of the Heron medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial system family. IAI describes it as a multi-role platform with a larger mission envelope, heavy payload capability, long-range BLOS operation, and automatic takeoff and landing.

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Identity

Aliases
Heron TPEitanIAI EitanHeron TPH
Family Name
IAI Heron TP
Full Name
IAI Heron TP Eitan Strategic MALE UAS Variant
Roles
militaryreconnaissance
Status
active
Type
aircraft
Variant Name
Heron TP

Details

Aircraft Specs
Configuration
fixed_wing
Endurance Hours
30
Max Payload Mass Kg
2,700
Max Takeoff Mass Kg
5,670
Operating Modes
land
Takeoff Landing Capabilities
conventional
Description
The IAI Heron TP, known in Israeli service as Eitan, is the strategic, high-endurance variant of the Heron medium-altitude long-endurance unmanned aerial system family. IAI describes it as a multi-role platform with a larger mission envelope, heavy payload capability, long-range BLOS operation, and automatic takeoff and landing.
Dimensions
Length M
14
Wingspan M
26
Manufacturer
Parent Vehicle Family

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Creation Time
August 13, 2026 at 08:48:16 UTC
Updated Time
August 13, 2026 at 08:48:16 UTC