Quantum-Systems

Quantum-Systems GmbH
Company typeGesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung
Industry
Founded2015 (2015)
Headquarters
Gilching/Munich
,
Germany
Products
Websitequantum-systems.com

Quantum-Systems[1][2][3][4][5] GmbH is a German technology company headquartered in Gilching, founded in 2015. The company specializes in the development, design and production of small unmanned aircraft vehicles (UAV), commonly known as drones.

Products

Tron Series

The Tron was the first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) fixed-wing unmanned aerial system (UAS) developed by Quantum-Systems. It served as the foundational platform for subsequent developments within the company. The Tron can carry payloads and sensors weighting up to 2 kg. This model was discontinued in December 2020.

Trinity Series

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The Trinity series is a line of battery-electric drones with a wingspan of 2.4 meters and a maximum flight duration of 90 minutes. The drone operates effectively in temperatures ranging from -12°C to +50°C and has a cruise speed of 70 km/h.

The Trinity's first prototype had its maiden flight in 2016, with serial production beginning in 2018. The model is equipped with three VTOL transition tilt-rotors and a modular payload system, allowing it to carry up to 700 grams. The fuselage is made from a foamed material to enhance durability.

Vector & Scorpion Series

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The Vector & Scorpion series is a 2-in-1 system that began serial production in 2020. The Vector is constructed from carbon-fiber-reinforced material, providing resilience in various weather conditions. The Scorpion is a short-range tricopter designed for endurance. Both UAS share the same fuselage.

In September 2020,[8] Quantum-Systems partnered with Auterion to introduce the Vector, a tactical drone designed for portability and field deployment. [9]

Operators

Military operators

Australia
VECTOR selected by the Australian Defence in July 2024 through the Land 129 Phase 4B programme for AUD $90 million. The delivery is planned to start in April 2025.[10]
Germany
14 VECTOR drone systems purchased for the special forces as part of the FALKE programme ("ferngeführte Aufklärungssystem, luftgestützt, kurze Entfernung").[11][12][13]
Netherlands
First VECTOR supplied to the Dutch Ministry of Defence in October 2022.[14]
New Zealand
Order in September 2023 for VECTOR drone..[15]
Philippines
2 Trinity F90+ drones donated by Germany to the Philippine Coast Guard in 2022.[16]
4 additional Trinity F90+ drones pledged by Germany in January 2024.[17]
Romania
Contract of €18.4 million for VECTOR Systems to equip the Romanian Armed Forces signed in May 2024.[18]
Spain (91)
Spanish Army, order in April 2025 of €27 million for 91 VECTOR drones.[19] The total budget can reach the limit of €45.3 million, and a possibility of 150 drones in total is mentionned.
Ukraine
Orders financed by Germany: (438)
  • First order, August 2022, 33 VECTOR[20]
  • Second order, January 2023, 105 VECTOR[20]
  • Third order, May 2023, 300 VECTOR[20]
Deliveries:
  • 619 VECTOR supplied by Germany as of April 2025[21]

References

  1. ^ "Quantum Systems gewinnt mit Senkrechtstartern". Bay startup (in German). 2017-07-21. Retrieved 2017-10-26.
  2. ^ "Senkrechtstarter des Jahres? - 7 Fragen an... Quantum Systems!". Munich Startup (in German). 2017-02-10. Retrieved 2017-10-26.
  3. ^ "Quantum Systems". Retrieved 2017-10-26.
  4. ^ "Quantum Systems". IHK München (in German). Archived from the original on 2021-04-19. Retrieved 2021-03-16.
  5. ^ "Quantum System: "Weit fliegen und richtig landen"". WiWo Gründer (in German). 2017-11-03. Retrieved 2021-03-16.
  6. ^ "Quantum-Systems Trinity F90+ eVTOL UAV". Quantum-Systems. Retrieved 2020-03-12.
  7. ^ "Quantum-Systems Vector - The 2in1 Vertical Take-off Reconnaissance UAV". Quantum-Systems. Retrieved 2020-03-12.
  8. ^ Hambling, David. "One Company Could Transform U.S. Drone Industry". Forbes. Retrieved 2021-03-16.
  9. ^ "German drone maker Quantum Systems plans US subsidiary to meet government demand". dronedj.com. Drone DJ.
  10. ^ "Quantum-Systems Inc. equips the Australian Defence Force (ADF) with Vector Systems". 15 July 2024.
  11. ^ "Aufklärungsdrohnen FALKE für Bundeswehr-Spezialkräfte - bundeswehr-journal". 2023-01-07. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
  12. ^ "FALKE – Spezialkräfte der Bundeswehr erhalten Aufklärungsdrohnen von Quantum Systems". soldat-und-technik.de (in German). 2023-09-27. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
  13. ^ "Quantum Systems wins 'FALKE' tender - Special Forces of the German Armed Forces to use Vector reconnaissance drones from Quantum Systems in the future". 27 September 2023.
  14. ^ "Quantum-Systems delivered first Vector ISR systems to the Dutch Ministry of Defence". 2022-10-27. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
  15. ^ "Quantum-Systems Inc. signs Supply Agreement with New Zealand Ministry of Defence". 14 December 2023.
  16. ^ Baroña, Franco Jose C. (June 10, 2022). "Germany donates drone to PCG". Retrieved 2023-02-07.
  17. ^ Maitem, Jeoffrey (2024-01-13). "Germany to provide additional drones to the Philippine Coast Guard". Naval News. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
  18. ^ "Vector systems for the Romanian MoD - Quantum Systems equips the Romanian Ministry of Defence with Vector systems". 17 June 2024.
  19. ^ InfoDefensa, Revista Defensa. "El Ejército de Tierra español adjudica a Quantum un contrato de 27 millones para el suministro de drones Vector". Infodefensa - Noticias de defensa, industria, seguridad, armamento, ejércitos y tecnología de la defensa (in Spanish). Retrieved 2025-04-04.
  20. ^ a b c "Third Vector order from Ukraine Ministry of Defense (MoD) of Ukraine orders additional 300 Vector drones from Quantum Systems". 31 May 2023.
  21. ^ "Military support for Ukraine | Federal Government". Website of the Federal Government | Bundesregierung. 2025-04-17. Retrieved 2025-04-18.
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