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Red Cat Aerial Edge 130
The Edge 130 from Red Cat Aerial is a hybrid VTOL tricopter with a 130 cm wingspan and 60+ minutes of flight time.
The Edge 130 is a hybrid fixed-wing VTOL tricopter with swappable payloads. According to the manufacturer mass is 2.65 lbs (1,200 g), dimensions are 130 x 77 cm, cruise endurance is 60+ minutes and nominal cruise speed 15 m/s (33 mph). Range is 12.4 miles (20 km) and the battery is 86.4 Wh. Available payloads are the Ocellus-2CP (EO/IR, 64 MP EO, 640 x 512 radiometric IR) and a three-camera mapping payload (39 MP, 1 cm per pixel over a 100 m wide image). The page names mapping over 1,600 acres in a single flight. No product status is stated. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- NavigationDrone
Aircraft without a pilot on board, remotely piloted or flying by itself.
- ModularHybrid fixed-wing VTOL tricopter
In the drones category.
- Speed
- 15 m/s
- Reach
- 12.4 mijl / 20 km
/ 33 mph; nominal
How far it can reach.
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 Red Cat Aerial Edge 130?
Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 is a drone from Red Cat Aerial, listed for extended short-range reconnaissance and mapping with a camera array. Key figures: speed 15 m/s, reach 12.4 mijl / 20 km. 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 Edge 130 developed for?
Extended short-range reconnaissance
Mapping with a camera array
Business fit
When might Edge 130 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 Edge 130, its manufacturer and this type of robot
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)- 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 Robotleasen lists 3 robots from Red Cat Aerial. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Market and supply
Is Edge 130 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 30 October 2026- Market statusShowcaseconfirmed
Mainly a demonstration model; not regularly on sale.
- RegionNot publicly confirmednot confirmed
Not known whether it is supplied in the Netherlands. Ask a supplier.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
1 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
View available alternativesManufacturer
Red Cat Aerial
Red Cat Aerial is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 3 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Edge 130
The Edge 130 is a hybrid fixed-wing VTOL tricopter with swappable payloads. According to the manufacturer mass is 2.65 lbs (1,200 g), dimensions are 130 x 77 cm, cruise endurance is 60+ minutes and nominal cruise speed 15 m/s (33 mph). Range is 12.4 miles (20 km) and the battery is 86.4 Wh. Available payloads are the Ocellus-2CP (EO/IR, 64 MP EO, 640 x 512 radiometric IR) and a three-camera mapping payload (39 MP, 1 cm per pixel over a 100 m wide image). The page names mapping over 1,600 acres in a single flight. No product status is stated. 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.
Compare
Compare Edge 130 with alternatives
| Feature | Edge 130Red Cat Aerial · this robot | X10Skydio | Matrice 4DJI | Matrice 350 RTKDJI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Extended short-range reconnaissance, Mapping with a camera array | Infrastructure inspection, Public safety | Inspection, Public safety | Inspection, Mapping |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different market status: commercially available | Different market status: commercially available | Different market status: commercially available |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Edge 130
What is the Red Cat Aerial Edge 130?
Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 is a drone from Red Cat Aerial, listed for extended short-range reconnaissance and mapping with a camera array. Key figures: speed 15 m/s, reach 12.4 mijl / 20 km. 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 Red Cat Aerial Edge 130?
Key figures: speed 15 m/s, reach 12.4 mijl / 20 km. 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 Red Cat Aerial Edge 130?
Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 is listed under Red Cat Aerial, based in United States. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 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 Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 used for?
The applications listed for the Red Cat Aerial Edge 130 include extended short-range reconnaissance and mapping with a camera array.
What are alternatives to the Red Cat Aerial Edge 130?
Profiles include Skydio X10, DJI Matrice 4 and DJI Matrice 350 RTK. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer redcataerial.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.