Updated August 16, 2025
Edinburgh Drone Company EDC Research
Research platform designed for academic institutions and scientific applications.
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Price
$18,000
🇺🇸 USD • Local market price
Weight
2,800 g
Total weight including battery
Flight Time
55 mins
Average flight time in normal conditions
Wind Resistance
6/10
Ability to handle wind conditions
Maximum Altitude
3,658 m
Maximum operating altitude
Temperature Range
-10°C to 35°C
Operating temperature range
Maximum Wind Speed
25 mph
Maximum recommended wind speed
Performance Analysis
Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
47.1/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.02 min/g
D
32.7/100Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
31.4/100
D
31.4/100Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
74.2/100
C
74.2/100Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
100/100
A+
100/100Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
31/100
D
31/100Precision Control
Stability & control precision
88/100
B+
88/100All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
76.5/100
C+
76.5/100Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
5.36 km/kg
D
17.9/100Performance Insights(8 insights)
✓ 2 strengths! 5 areas to consider→ 1 recommendations
- ✓Exceptional mission endurance (100/100) - perfect for long-duration professional operations
- ✓Excellent performance per dollar (1.819/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
- →Heavy drone (2800g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
- !Below-average overall performance (47.1/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
- !Lower power efficiency (32.7/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
- !Premium pricing relative to performance (6.1/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
- !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 3 key areas
- !Premium pricing concerns - performance may not justify the high price point compared to alternatives