MV250

MV250 is BETA Technologies' autonomous series hybrid-electric VTOL for military logistics. It carries a 2,000 lb payload within a 250-nautical-mile tactical radius, has a 1,300-nautical-mile reposition range and uses a modular architecture tested with Sikorsky MATRIX and BETA autonomy systems.

Facts

  • Company: BETA Technologies
  • Type: Autonomous Hybrid Vtol
  • Core: Contested logistics
  • Function: Carry cargo
  • Audience: Military operators
  • Status: Development
  • Website: https://beta.team/defense

About

About MV250

MV250 is BETA Technologies' autonomous series-hybrid VTOL for military logistics in dispersed and austere environments. The aircraft uses a modular cargo architecture for resupply, casualty evacuation, transport and field-power missions.

BETA specifies a 2,000-pound payload, tactical radius above 250 nautical miles and cruise speed above 170 knots. The product is a development-stage defence aircraft, with test progress and programme adoption separate from those design specifications.

Specifications

  • Tactical Range: 250+ nautical miles at maximum payload
  • Ferry Range: 1,300+ nautical miles
  • Max Airspeed: 150+ KIAS
  • Cabin Volume: 250 ft³
  • Max Payload Kg: 907.2 kg

Timeline

  • BETA unveils MV250 autonomous hybrid military logistics VTOL - 2026-07-20 - Product Launch - MV250 carries a 2,000 lb payload within a 250-nautical-mile tactical radius and has a 1,300-nautical-mile reposition range. The platform uses BETA's ALIA architecture and a GE Aerospace-BETA turbogenerator with a CT7/T700-based… - source: verticalmag.com

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