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Updated August 16, 2025

Mule 15

Heavy-lift hexacopter with 15 kg payload capacity for industrial operations.

EnterpriseHeavy

Price

$85,526.32 (est.)

Market price

Weight

8,000 g

Total weight including battery

Flight Time

30 mins

Average flight time in normal conditions

Wind Resistance

8/12

Ability to handle wind conditions

Maximum Altitude

4,267 m

Maximum operating altitude

Temperature Range

-20°C to 45°C

Operating temperature range

Maximum Wind Speed

35 mph

Maximum recommended wind speed

Performance Analysis

Overall Performance
Comprehensive performance score
36.8/100
Grade: D
Power Efficiency
Flight time per weight
0.004 min/g
D
6.3/100
Acceleration Score
Speed & agility capability
16.5/100
D
16.5/100
Weather Versatility
All-condition capability
84.9/100
B
84.9/100
Mission Endurance
Long-mission capability
88.3/100
B+
88.3/100
Portability Index
Travel & setup friendliness
31/100
D
31/100
Precision Control
Stability & control precision
86/100
B+
86/100
All-Weather Capability
Performance across conditions
81.6/100
B
81.6/100
Range Efficiency
Distance per weight
1.25 km/kg
D
4.2/100

Performance Insights(12 insights)

4 strengths! 5 areas to consider4 recommendations
  • Excellent performance per dollar (0.096/k$) - top-tier performance value in its price range
  • Excellent all-weather reliability (81.6/100) - suitable for professional operations that can't be delayed by weather
  • Strong mission endurance capability (88.3/100) - can handle demanding commercial operations
  • Heavy drone (8000g) - requires careful attention to local regulations and may need special permits
  • Wide temperature range (65°C span) - can operate in both cold and hot climates reliably
  • High altitude capability (4267m) - suitable for mountainous regions and high-elevation operations
  • !Below-average overall performance (36.8/100, Grade D) - consider if this meets your specific needs
  • !Lower power efficiency (6.3/100) - consider shorter flights or frequent battery changes
  • !Premium pricing relative to performance (0.9/100) - evaluate features vs cost for your use case
  • Excellent for professional surveying and mapping - combines long endurance with weather reliability
  • Excellent for search and rescue operations - reliable in various weather with good endurance
  • !Multiple performance limitations - achieves only average grades in 3 key areas

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