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Elroy Air Chaparral

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The Elroy Air Chaparral is an unmanned cargo aircraft for middle-mile transport with a payload of 500+ lbs.

The Chaparral is an unmanned cargo aircraft from Elroy Air. The manufacturer states a cruise speed of 132 mph (115 kts), a maximum range of 450 mi (724 km) and a payload of 500+ lbs (227+ kg). The wingspan is 30.2 ft (9.2 m) and the length 21.8 ft (6.65 m). Elroy Air names middle-mile logistics, rapid response shipping, military resupply, industrial cargo and humanitarian aid. The page does not state a product status. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.

Status 2026

ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.
Type
Drones
Origin
Not publicly confirmed
Deployment
Not confirmed
Region
Not publicly confirmed
Applications
4 applications
  • NavigationDrone

    Aircraft without a pilot on board, remotely piloted or flying by itself.

  • ModularUnmanned cargo aircraft (VTOL)

    In the drones category.

Schematic · photo not available
Payload
500+ lbs / 227+ kg

The most weight it can carry or lift.

Reach
max. 450 mi / 724 km

How far it can reach.

Speed
132 mph / 115 kts

cruise speed

Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.

What is Elroy Air Chaparral?

Elroy Air Chaparral is a drone from Elroy Air, listed for middle-mile logistics, rapid response shipping and industrial cargo. Key figures: payload 500+ lbs / 227+ kg, reach max. 450 mi / 724 km, speed 132 mph / 115 kts. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.

Application

What was Chaparral developed for?

  • Middle-mile logistics

  • Rapid response shipping

  • Industrial cargo

  • Humanitarian aid shipments

Business fit

When might Chaparral be a fit?

An initial view based on the recorded category and model information

May be suitable for

  • Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
  • Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
  • Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.

Considerations

  • Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
  • Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.

Facts

Did you know?

Notable facts about Chaparral, its manufacturer and this type of robot

  1. According to the Dutch government, drone flights in the Netherlands fall into three categories: open, specific and certified. The type of drone, the location and the purpose of the flight together determine the risk level. Check the current rules for your flight with the Dutch government.

    Source: Rijksoverheid, regels voor vliegen met drones (in Dutch)
  2. 2019

    Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947 (as amended) on drone operations has applied since 31 December 2020 in all EU member states.

    Source: EASA, Drones rules and standards

Market and supply

Is Chaparral available?

A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time

What is settled?

Checked 30 October 2026
  • Market status
    Showcase

    Mainly a demonstration model; not regularly on sale.

    confirmed
  • Region
    Not publicly confirmed

    Not known whether it is supplied in the Netherlands. Ask a supplier.

    not confirmed
  • Lease / RaaS
    Not confirmed

    No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.

    not confirmed
  • Rental
    Not confirmed

    No supplier has confirmed rental.

    not confirmed

1 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.

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Manufacturer

Elroy Air

Elroy Air is listed in the Robotleasen directory with one robot model.

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OUR INTERPRETATION

Our perspective on Chaparral

The Chaparral is an unmanned cargo aircraft from Elroy Air. The manufacturer states a cruise speed of 132 mph (115 kts), a maximum range of 450 mi (724 km) and a payload of 500+ lbs (227+ kg). The wingspan is 30.2 ft (9.2 m) and the length 21.8 ft (6.65 m). Elroy Air names middle-mile logistics, rapid response shipping, military resupply, industrial cargo and humanitarian aid. The page does not state a product status. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.

Lease or rent

Can you lease this robot?

Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.

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Compare

Compare Chaparral with alternatives

Open comparison overview
FeatureChaparralElroy Air · this robotX10SkydioMatrice 4DJIMatrice 350 RTKDJI
Market statusShowcaseCommercially availableCommercially availableCommercially available
ApplicationMiddle-mile logistics, Rapid response shippingInfrastructure inspection, Public safetyInspection, Public safetyInspection, Mapping
DeploymentNot confirmedNot confirmedNot confirmedNot confirmed
RegionNot publicly confirmedNot publicly confirmedNot publicly confirmedNot publicly confirmed
Difference—Different market status: commercially availableDifferent market status: commercially availableDifferent market status: commercially available

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Chaparral

What is the Elroy Air Chaparral?

Elroy Air Chaparral is a drone from Elroy Air, listed for middle-mile logistics, rapid response shipping and industrial cargo. Key figures: payload 500+ lbs / 227+ kg, reach max. 450 mi / 724 km, speed 132 mph / 115 kts. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.

What are the specifications of the Elroy Air Chaparral?

Key figures: payload 500+ lbs / 227+ kg, reach max. 450 mi / 724 km, speed 132 mph / 115 kts. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.

Which supplier is listed for the Elroy Air Chaparral?

Elroy Air Chaparral is listed under Elroy Air, based in Not publicly confirmed. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.

Is the Elroy Air Chaparral available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?

Showcase. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.

How much does the Elroy Air Chaparral cost?

No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.

What is the Elroy Air Chaparral used for?

The applications listed for the Elroy Air Chaparral include middle-mile logistics, rapid response shipping, industrial cargo and humanitarian aid shipments.

What are alternatives to the Elroy Air Chaparral?

Profiles include Skydio X10, DJI Matrice 4 and DJI Matrice 350 RTK. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.

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