The Jack Knife J3, J5, and J9 from Cannon Dynamics are high-performance quadcopter UAVs engineered for versatile deployment scenarios. Built around a durable carbon fiber structure, each model delivers extended flight durations while maintaining a lightweight form factor.
The Jack Knife J3, J5, and J9 support flexible payload integration through optional power interfaces, allowing rapid adaptation to various operational roles. Optimized electric propulsion and refined motor architecture ensure efficient lift, stable hover, and reduced power consumption, even with heavier ISR payloads.
With full compatibility for gimbaled multi-sensor camera systems including thermal, IR, and optical zoom capabilities, the Jack Knife series provides immediate reconnaissance utility. Each platform enables quick “out-of-the-box” flight execution, reducing mission prep time and increasing operational tempo. Whether piloted manually with a GCS or configured for autonomous operations via Cannon Dynamics’ mission autopilot package, these UAVs offer superior ISR flexibility.
Specifications:
| J3-50 | J5-40 | J9-24 | |
| Dimensions (without props): | 550 x 550 x 445mm | 550 x 550 x 445mm | 550 x 550 x 445mm |
| Wheelbase: | 860mm | 860mm | 860mm |
| Frame Weight: | 9.96kg | 9.96kg | 9.96kg |
| Take-off Weight: | 19.96kg | 19.96kg | 19.96kg |
| Frame Material: | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
| Flight Time: | 50mins (3.0kg Payload) | 40mins (5.0kg Payload) | 24mins (9.0kg Payload) |
| Payload: | 3.0kg+ | 5.0kg+ | 9.0kg+ |
| Working Temperature: | -15C to 50C | -15C to 50C | -15C to 50C |
| Max Flying Speed: | 20m/s | 20m/s | 20m/s |
