Product Spotlight | DRONES

Drones That Elevate Every Operation

It’ s easy to think of drones as technology for the future, as just a novelty. However, as farms scale up in size and labor shortages continue, ag drones are becoming a necessity by offering reliability, efficiency, smaller costs and easier decision making

Drones can access tougher terrain, reduce chemical waste and adapt to field changes while filling the gaps we continue to find in application methods. There are drone options for every operation, from small-acre farms to custom applications.

This spotlight explores some of the most advanced and versatile ag drones on the market.

• XAG P150 2024

The XAG P150 is a multi-function agricultural drone designed for large-scale operations, capable of spraying, spreading, transporting materials and aerial mapping. With a maximum payload of 154 pounds, the drone features an 18.5-gallon spray tank and a 30.4-gallon spreading tank.

The spraying system delivers up to 7.9 gallons per minute using centrifugal nozzles for uniform application across fields and orchards. For granular materials, the RevoCast spreader system can dispense up to 617 pounds per minute and supports fertilizing, seeding and feeding. The P150’ s transport mode enables movement of supplies over challenging terrain, while its RealTerra system produces 3D field maps from high-resolution aerial images.

The onboard SuperX 5 Pro control system supports autonomous navigation, obstacle avoidance and terrain sensing without relying on pre-mapped data. Additional components include a smart battery system with rapid charging and extended cycle life, along with multiple control modes for fully automated or manual operation.

Pegasus Robotics | www. pegasusrobotics. com

• EAVision J100 Base Package

The EAVision J100 is an agricultural drone equipped with lidar technology for obstacle avoidance and terrain following, setting it apart in field applications.

It features a standard 45-liter spray tank with a 36-foot swath, capable of covering up to 60 acres per hour at 2 gallons per acre. The drone’ s third-generation nozzles provide adjustable droplet sizes ranging from 10 to 620 microns, supporting various crop spraying needs. Its propulsion system provides strong thrust and agility, enabling efficient navigation of complex terrain. The J100 features a 110-pound spreader equipped with sensors and an agitator, enabling consistent material distribution of up to 243 pounds per minute.

A modular battery system supports rapid charging and is designed for durability in high temperatures. The drone also supports sling loading up to 132 pounds for transport tasks. Equipped with a high-definition first-person view camera, the J100 offers fast aerial mapping with stitching of up to 50 acres in five minutes, helping farmers make timely crop management decisions.

Agri Spray Drones | www. agrispraydrones. com

• ARES HYL-150

Built in Richmond, Texas, the Hylio ARES HYL-150 is a U. S.-manufactured ag drone equipped for high-volume aerial applications. Designed for both liquid and granular treatments, the system can handle up to 13 gallons or 20 gallons of payload, respectively, and cover as much as 70 acres per hour with liquid applications.

The ARES features a 40-foot swath width and supports multiple nozzle types for different tasks. It can operate autonomously or can be manually controlled, with real-time data monitoring and storage through Hylio’ s proprietary GroundLink controller.

Radar-based obstacle avoidance and optional RTK GPS offer added precision and safety. Modular components and a serviceable build make it suitable for demanding fieldwork. The drone ' s onboard sensors and AgroSol software enable full-rate control and mission planning, whether flying solo or as part of a drone swarm. The system is National Defense Authorization Act-compliant and ready for commercial or government use.

Hylio | www. hyl. io

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