High Performance Reimagined - For Payloads up to 10 kg
The HIGHDRA
Highly Efficient
Powertrain
Central Tunnel:
Enables direct connection
between upper and lower
Payload bays
In-house Battery Tech:
Longer flight times
and many more cycles
Extremely Robust Frame
Made in Germany Powered by Auterion
Strength, endurance and versatility
Combined in the smallest transport box
in its class
The HIGHDRA – a new generation of high-performance drones
Our concept: An efficient platform – designed for long flight times, even with large sensors and heavy payloads. Completely modular, easy to use, compact to transport. Designed for numerous applications and built for maximum reliability in daily use. HIGHDRA can withstand the toughest conditions and sets new standards with its versatility.
Power, efficiency, and portability—combined in an unprecedented way thanks to a fully modular design.
Connect payloads, sensors, and components directly to Auterion's Skynode
Modular Arms and Legs
Long Range Comms
Ai-Ready Platform - powered by auterion
Compatible with a wide range of sensors
Long Life Battery Packs
Charging Hub
Simultaneous charging of 36 Packs
Tool Free.
Reliable. Ready for Action.
Payloads in no time
Whether standard sensors or custom solutions: HIGHDRA is designed for maximum flexibility. Payloads can be mounted quickly and without tools. And if you want to integrate something of your own, no problem: the interfaces are open and our team is ready support you.
Interchangeable arms in an instant
We get the most out of every component of the HIGHDRA. That's why the arms are not just arms. In addition to pure power, durability and user experience play an equally important role here. As a result, the arms can be easily assembled and disassembled without tools. The high-performance connections are securely guided and connected. Incorrect operation is impossible.
The disassembly of each individual arm allows the HIGHDRA to fit into the most compact transport box in its performance class. Even the trunk of a small car is large enough.
More than just a transport box
Our HIGHDRA doesn't just come in a box – it comes in a well-designed complete system. The legs are stored directly next to the body and can be inserted in seconds. No searching, no screws. Then simply set it down and assemble it – even in tight spaces or on wet ground. Ready to go, anywhere.
35 Minutes of Flight Time
With 7.5 KG payload
The Power Pack – our battery technology, made by starcopter – unleashes HIGHDRA's true working power. The result is impressive flight times – real, not theoretical lab values – and unprecedented charging cycles. Sustainability at its best. HIGHDRA flies when others are already recycling.
Software and Operations:
Perfectly tuned to each other
HIGHDRA thinks ahead: Hardware, software, and service work together seamlessly to create a system that not only functions, but also thinks for itself. From flexible payload integration and maximum performance to modular software architecture and personal support, starcopter doesn't just give you a drone, it gives you a tool that adapts to you. Intuitive. Powerful. Future-proof.
Your Payload. Your Rules.
Custom Payload Integration
Thanks to our in-house software development, HIGHDRA interfaces are completely open and flexible. No matter how specialized your payload is, if other systems need to be integrated, starcopter makes it possible.
First Class Service
No one knows HIGHDRA better than we do. If you need support, we respond quickly, directly, and with a focus on solutions—no ticket loops or waiting on hold. That's a promise.
Support, that actually helps.
Built for Power.
Performance Without Compromise.
HIGHDRA is more than the sum of its parts: Every element is perfectly coordinated. The result? Longer flight times, higher load capacity, long-lasting batteries. A real workhorse – ready for your toughest missions.
Thinking about tomorrow today.
Future-proof technology
Our vision: a system that grows with your requirements. Thanks to modular software and constant further development, HIGHDRA will remain state-of-the-art in the future.
More flight time. More freedom.
Flight times under real conditions
The HIGHDRA flies for up to 58 minutes without payload – and 35 minutes with a 7.5 kg payload. That's enough time for clean data collection, precise missions, and efficient operations.
Strong, when things get heavy.
High load capacity up to 10 kg
Whether complex sensor technology or heavy custom setups – HIGHDRA lifts payloads of up to 7.5 kg in the Open Category and fully utilizes the C3 weight limit of 25 kg. In the Specific Category, HIGHDRA lifts up to 10 kg. Where other drones can no longer take off, HIGHDRA gets started.
Live longer. Perform longer.
Up to 2000 Charge Cycles
Our Power Packs can reach up to 2000 charge cycles – a new benchmark for efficiency and durability in drone applications.
Certified for the future.
C3 Class
HIGHDRA is one of the world's first drones with C3 certification. This means you can fly legally, safely, and prepared—even for future regulations.
Compact. Robust. Mobile.
Everything in one box
The entire drone travels with you – safely packed in a single case. Only batteries and payloads are transported separately. For maximum mobility and minimal setup times.
Replacement? Easily solved.
Modular design for quick repairs
If something goes wrong during use, thanks to the modular design, you can easily replace parts needing maintenance — without lengthy repairs or project downtime.
Questions? Answers!Our FAQs
Ask us your questions!
We would really like to answer all your questions – no matter what stage of the project you are at. Please take a look at the FAQs and if you still have questions, feel free to contact us.
Is the flight time real?
Yes, the flight times specified were achieved by our pilots under real operating conditions – in light winds and with batteries that had already been flown many times. Unlike other manufacturers, who specify their flight times under optimal conditions and with new batteries, the HIGHDRA impresses even under real conditions and achieves in the field what many drones cannot achieve even under ideal conditions.
How often can I really use a set of Power Packs?
The HIGHDRA is equipped with high-performance batteries that we have optimized over many years. While other drones specify batteries with only 400 cycles, our power packs can be used for up to 2000 cycles and still retain a high capacity.
How much payload can the HIGHDRA carry?
The HIGHDRA can lift up to 7.5 kg of payload in the C3 class. With 7.5 kg Payload HIGHDRA is still flying more than 30 minutes. This performance makes HIGHDRA the ideal tool for even the most demanding projects. In the Specific Category, higher load capacities of up to 10 kg are possible.
Is the HIGHDRA suitable for nighttime operation?
Yes, the HIGHDRA is capable of flying at night. With its integrated navigation lights, it can be flown safely even in the dark and is certified for night operation.
Which class is HIGHDRA certified for?
The HIGHDRA is certified as a C3 Class drone in accordance with EU Regulation 2019/945.
Which payloads can be used with the HIGHDRA?
The HIGHDRA supports a wide range of advanced sensors and cameras. It is ideal for use with LiDAR sensors, which generate precise 3D point clouds and digital terrain models – perfect for mapping and analysis, even in densely vegetated areas. In addition, high-resolution RGB cameras can be used to create razor-sharp images and videos that are suitable for orthomosaic creation, inspections, and visual documentation. For analyzing temperature differences and detecting heat sources, the HIGHDRA comes with infrared sensors, which are particularly useful for inspecting technical installations and identifying heat leaks in buildings. The drone also supports multi- and hyperspectral cameras, which enable detailed analysis of vegetation health, material composition, and environmental changes. If you need a customized solution, we also offer customized integrations – just contact us and we will find the right solution for your project.