Maryland-based · In business since 2020
Heavy Lift Drones designs, builds, repairs, and supports custom unmanned aircraft for customers who need real lifting power.
Up to450lb
Air Mule has been refined into a heavy-lift cargo drone platform with extended performance for cargo delivery, logistics support, transport, and mission equipment integration.
It is a purpose-built system designed for customers who need real lifting power and dependable performance.
Extended cargo and resupply missions
Every Air Mule model follows the same basic philosophy: strong payload capability, clean equipment integration, field-ready operation, and straightforward performance profiles that match the job.
All Air Mule models are designed around a common mission approach. Each aircraft supports practical cargo handling, mission equipment, and customer-driven configuration options.
Air Mule datasheet
Payload, flight time and use by model
| Model | Payload | Flight time | Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Mule 100 | 100 lb | 60 min | Extended cargo and resupply missions |
| Air Mule 150 | 150 lb | 45 min | Balanced heavy cargo performance |
| Air Mule 250 | 250 lb | 45 min | High-capacity transport missions |
| Air Mule 350 | 350 lb | 45 min | Tactical lift and mission support |
| Air Mule 450 | 450 lb | 30 min | Maximum lift for short-duration missions |
The platform can be tailored for transport, logistics, field support, and specialized payload work.
Illustrative model, seen from below
IP65
Rated
25mph
Maximum wind resistance
30mph
Maximum cruise speed
Optional speed booster up to 60 mph
10 to 40°C
Operating temperatures
-10°C with battery pre-heater upgrade
Four configurable mission bays
Dual RTK positioning
LiDAR-assisted landing
Autonomous mapping and mission capability
Cold-weather pre-heater systems and speed booster upgrades add weight and cost.
Air Mule is intended for customers who need more than a standard drone package.
Whether the job calls for longer endurance, higher payload, or a specialized mission package, Heavy Lift Drones can configure Air Mule to match the need.
Configure your Air MuleHeavy Lift Drones serves customers who need practical aircraft solutions, not guesswork.
We support custom builds, design changes, payload integration, flight tuning, repairs, and development work for special mission aircraft.
Heavy Lift Drones is a Maryland-based company focused on custom unmanned aircraft for cargo lift, payload integration, mission support, utility work, and specialized customer applications. We have been in business since 2020 and continue to grow through practical design, fabrication, testing, and service work.
Our shop produces custom aircraft and supports customers who need more than an off-the-shelf solution.
Our business is built on delivering working aircraft and improving them through real-world experience.
Pick a model, the work and the options. We'll put it on one build sheet you can email to Heavy Lift Drones or copy into a message.
Something not covered here? Call +1 (443) 345-6944.
Heavy lift cargo drones carrying up to 450 pounds. Air Mule 100, Payload: 100 pounds. Air Mule 150, Payload: 150 pounds. Air Mule 250, Payload: 250 pounds. Air Mule 350, Payload: 350 pounds. Air Mule 450, Payload: 450 pounds.
Air Mule 100, Flight time: 60 minutes. Air Mule 150, Flight time: 45 minutes. Air Mule 250, Flight time: 45 minutes. Air Mule 350, Flight time: 45 minutes. Air Mule 450, Flight time: 30 minutes.
IP65 rated. Operating temperatures 10 to 40°C. -10°C with battery pre-heater upgrade. Maximum wind resistance 25 mph.
Maximum cruise speed 30 mph. Optional speed booster up to 60 mph. Cold-weather pre-heater systems and speed booster upgrades add weight and cost.
Each aircraft supports practical cargo handling, mission equipment, and customer-driven configuration options. Options can include camera systems, radio packages, compute integration, release systems, cargo rail layouts, and other customer requirements. Four configurable mission bays.
Heavy Lift Drones designs, builds, repairs, and supports custom unmanned aircraft for customers who need real lifting power. We support custom builds, design changes, payload integration, flight tuning, repairs, and development work for special mission aircraft.
Heavy Lift Drones is a Maryland-based company focused on custom unmanned aircraft for cargo lift, payload integration, mission support, utility work, and specialized customer applications. We have been in business since 2020 and continue to grow through practical design, fabrication, testing, and service work.
We do not publish protected internal design details online, but each model is offered as a practical cargo platform for demanding use.
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