Air system · Electric VTOL Tactical UAS
Quantum Systems Vector
Reconnaissance / Mapping / Artillery Observation
Also known as: Vector / Quantum Systems Vector / Vector VTOL UAV
Quantum Systems Vector overview
Vector is Quantum Systems' electric VTOL reconnaissance aircraft for small-unit and artillery observation.
Its distributed lift-and-cruise architecture, autonomous navigation, and modular sensing are described by the manufacturer, while exact fielded performance depends on payload, software, and communications configuration.
The system has been supplied to Ukraine and widely reported in reconnaissance use; combat reports do not establish one universal sensor or software fit.
Through September 2026, Vector remains a significant German tactical VTOL UAS. The supplied image is interpretative artwork and not a specification drawing.
Armament
No standard weapon; electro-optical, mapping, and communications payloads
Development and operational timeline
- Quantum Systems publicly markets Vector as an electric VTOL reconnaissance platform
- Vector begins appearing in international support and Ukrainian reconnaissance reporting
- Vector remains in reported Ukrainian and international service with configuration details varying by user