xCraft Shadow V3 — NDAA‑Compliant Tethered Persistent Surveillance UAS

Deliver continuous, mission‑critical aerial coverage with the xCraft Shadow V3 — a tethered UAS purpose‑built for persistent surveillance and long‑dwell operations. Rapid to deploy and simple to operate, the Shadow V3 connects to power via its tether for effectively unlimited flight time at altitudes up to 100 ft, while advanced stabilization keeps imagery steady in adverse conditions.

Engineered for site security, critical infrastructure monitoring, event overwatch, and long‑duration ISR, the Shadow V3 combines rugged reliability, flexible payload options, and defense‑grade compliance in a turnkey package.

Why choose the Shadow V3?

True 24/7 persistence — Tethered power enables continuous operation for hours, days, or longer without battery swap interruptions.
Stable in real conditions — Advanced flight stabilization and aerodynamic design maintain steady performance in winds up to 34 mph and light rain.
Fast setup, low training — Launch in minutes: plug in the power tether, arm the controller, and ascend.
Flexible sensor bay — Multiple NDAA‑compliant and high‑performance camera options (EO, thermal, hybrid zoom) for tailored mission needs.
Compact transport, rugged case — Custom hard case and field‑ready accessories make the system easy to move and re‑deploy.
Secure & compliant — NDAA‑compliant components and secure control options suitable for defense, government, and critical infrastructure use.

What’s included

Shadow V3 UAS (tethered platform)
3‑Axis stabilized gimbal
Controller with integrated display (HereLink Blue GCS Upgrade — NDAA)
Backup battery (6S, 17 Wh)
Battery charger
2 × extra propellers
Custom hard transport case (24 × 24 × 10 in)
User Manual & Quick Start Guide

Optional accessories (available)

Extended tether and power management kit (for alternative deployment heights/power sources)
Additional backup battery packs (hot‑swap capability)
Solar power integration kit for remote, continuous operation
Extended‑range hybrid comms module
Payload mounts and custom sensor integrations

Technical specifications

Feature	Specification
Platform	xCraft Shadow V3 (tethered UAS)
Tether length	100 ft (standard)
Typical operating altitude	Up to 100 ft AGL
Flying weight	1.8 kg
Maximum payload capacity	250 g
Wind resistance	Up to 34 mph (stable platform in light rain)
Flight time	Virtually unlimited (tethered continuous operation)
Controller	HereLink Blue GCS Upgrade — NDAA
GCS Software	QGroundControl
Backup battery	6S, 17 Wh
Case dimensions	24 × 24 × 10 in
Compliance	NDAA‑compliant components available
Environmental tolerance	Designed for outdoor deployment; light precipitation capable (see operator manual for limits)

Camera / Sensor options (select per mission)

Gremsy ZIO 4K 30X Zoom — NDAA (high‑resolution EO, long‑range zoom)
FLIR Hadron 640 EO/Thermal — NDAA (dual EO + longwave thermal)
ZT6 Thermal + 4K EO w/ gimbal (integrated thermal + HD EO)
SIYI ZR10 2K QHD 30X Hybrid Zoom (compact hybrid zoom)
SIYI ZR30 4K 8MP Ultra HD 180X Hybrid / 30X Optical (extreme zoom imaging)

Field features & fail-safes

Auto Return and Lost‑Link fail‑safes (configurable in GCS)
Rapid launch and recovery from a single operator console
Low acoustic signature for discreet operation
Onboard stabilization & vibration isolation for clear imagery under load and in wind

Ready for persistent aerial oversight?

The xCraft Shadow V3 turns a simple tether and controller into a mission‑grade, always‑on aerial monitoring station. Whether you need sustained perimeter security, crowd monitoring, construction site oversight, or infrastructure inspection, Shadow V3 delivers steady imagery, flexible payloads, and defense‑grade compliance.

Contact sales or add to cart to customize payloads and ordering options — elevate your situational awareness with continuous, reliable aerial coverage.

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