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Combat Drone Market Size & Trends:
The global combat drone market size was estimated at USD 1.32 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 15.7% from 2024 to 2030. The increasing demand for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for military operations, intelligence gathering, and surveillance is the major factor driving the market growth. Moreover, increasing military budgets amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising need to strengthen defense infrastructure are further driving the demand for combat drones, creating significant market growth. According to a report released by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute in 2024, the military expenditure across the globe reached USD 2443 billion in 2023, a 6.8% rise as compared to that in 2022.
The market growth is being further accelerated by the technological developments in terms of improvements in propulsion systems, such as electric and hybrid propulsion, that enhance endurance, speed, and maneuverability of drones. In addition, the introduction of advanced artificial intelligence and autonomous flight capabilities enables drones to operate with minimal human intervention. Besides, integration of cutting-edge sensors, high-resolutions cameras, thermal imaging, and robust communication systems in are expected to stimulate the demand for combat drones, proliferating the market expansion.
Advancements in autonomous flight and weaponization are significantly driving the market growth. The development of sophisticated artificial intelligence systems enables drones to operate with minimal human intervention, making them capable of executing complex missions independently. Moreover, the integration of advanced weaponry, such as precision-guided missiles and laser-guided bombs, has transformed combat drones into formidable military assets.
The market is witnessing high demand amid the growing prominence of Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions in the defense sector. The ability of drones to gather critical information and intelligence in real-time has become invaluable for military operations. Drone can be deployed to monitor enemy activity, identify potential threats, and gather intelligence on strategic targets. Their persistence, endurance, and ability to operate in challenging environments make them ideal platforms for ISR missions.
Global Combat Drone Market Report Segmentation
This report forecasts and estimates revenue growth at the global, regional, and country levels along with analyzes the latest market trends and opportunities in each one of the sub-segment from 2018 to 2030. For this study, Grand View Research has further segmented the global combat drone market report based on component, product, technology, payload capacity, power source, and region.
- Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Hardware
- Frames
- Control System
- Power & Propulsion System
- Camera System
- Navigation System
- Transmitter
- Wings
- Others
- Software
- Services
- Integration & Engineering
- Maintenance & Support
- Training & Education
- Others
- Product Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Fixed-Wing
- Multi-Rotor
- Single-Rotor
- Hybrid
- Technology Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Remotely Operated
- Semi-Autonomous
- Fully Autonomous
- Payload Capacity Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Up to 2 Kg
- 2 Kg to 19 Kg
- 20 Kg to 200 Kg
- Over 200 Kg
- Power Source Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- Battery-Powered
- Gasoline-Powered
- Hydrogen Fuel Cell
- Solar
- Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Japan
- China
- India
- South Korea
- Australia
- Latin America
- Middle East and Africa (MEA)
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Methodology and Scope
- 1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
- 1.2. Market Definitions
- 1.3. Information Procurement
- 1.3.1. Information Analysis
- 1.3.2. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
- 1.3.3. Data Validation & Publishing
- 1.4. Research Scope and Assumptions
- 1.4.1. List of Data Sources
Chapter 2. Executive Summary
- 2.1. Combat Drone Market Snapshot
- 2.2. Combat Drone Market- Segment Snapshot (1/2)
- 2.3. Combat Drone Market- Segment Snapshot (2/2)
- 2.4. Combat Drone Market- Competitive Landscape Snapshot
Chapter 3. Combat Drone Market - Industry Outlook
- 3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
- 3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
- 3.3. Market Dynamics
- 3.3.1. Market Driver Analysis
- 3.3.2. Market Restraint Analysis
- 3.3.3. Market Opportunity
- 3.3.4. Market Challenges
- 3.4. Industry Analysis Tools
- 3.4.1. Porter's analysis
- 3.4.2. Macroeconomic analysis
- 3.5. Technology Trends
Chapter 4. Combat Drone Market: Component Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 4.1. Component Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 4.2. Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecast, By Component (USD Million)
- 4.2.1. Hardware
- 4.2.1.1. Frames
- 4.2.1.2. Control System
- 4.2.1.3. Power & Propulsion System
- 4.2.1.4. Camera System
- 4.2.1.5. Navigation System
- 4.2.1.6. Transmitter
- 4.2.1.7. Wings
- 4.2.1.8. Others
- 4.2.2. Software
- 4.2.3. Services
- 4.2.3.1. Integration & Engineering
- 4.2.3.2. Maintenance & Support
- 4.2.3.3. Training & Education
- 4.2.3.4. Others
Chapter 5. Combat Drone Market: Product Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 5.1. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 5.2. Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecast, By Product (USD Million)
- 5.2.1. Fixed-Wing
- 5.2.2. Multi-Rotor
- 5.2.3. Single-Rotor
- 5.2.4. Hybrid
Chapter 6. Combat Drone Market: Technology Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 6.1. Technology Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 6.2. Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecast, By Technology (USD Million)
- 6.2.1. Remotely Operated
- 6.2.2. Semi-Autonomous
- 6.2.3. Fully Autonomous
Chapter 7. Combat Drone Market: Payload Capacity Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 7.1. Payload Capacity Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 7.2. Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecast, By Payload Capacity (USD Million)
- 7.2.1. Up to 2 Kg
- 7.2.2. 2 Kg to 19 Kg
- 7.2.3. 20 Kg to 200 Kg
- 7.2.4. Over 200 Kg
Chapter 8. Combat Drone Market: Power Source Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 8.1. Power Source Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2023 & 2030
- 8.2. Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecast, By Power Source (USD Million)
- 8.2.1. Battery-Powered
- 8.2.2. Gasoline-Powered
- 8.2.3. Hydrogen Fuel Cell
- 8.2.4. Solar
Chapter 9. Regional Estimates & Trend Analysis
- 9.1. Combat Drone Market by Region, 2023 & 2030
- 9.2. North America
- 9.2.1. North America Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 9.2.2. U.S.
- 9.2.3. Canada
- 9.2.4. Mexico
- 9.3. Europe
- 9.3.1. Europe Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 9.3.2. Germany
- 9.3.3. UK
- 9.3.4. France
- 9.4. Asia Pacific
- 9.4.1. Asia Pacific Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 9.4.2. Japan
- 9.4.3. China
- 9.4.4. India
- 9.4.5. South Korea
- 9.4.6. Australia
- 9.5. Latin America
- 9.5.1. Latin America Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 9.5.2. Brazil
- 9.6. Middle East & Africa (MEA)
- 9.6.1. MEA Combat Drone Market Estimates & Forecasts, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
- 9.6.2. UAE
- 9.6.3. Saudi Arabia
- 9.6.4. South Africa
Chapter 10. Combat Drone Market - Competitive Landscape
- 10.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, By Key Market Participants
- 10.2. Company Categorization
- 10.3. Participant's Overview
- 10.4. Financial Performance
- 10.5. Product Benchmarking
- 10.6. Company Market Positioning Analysis
- 10.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
- 10.8. Strategy Mapping
- 10.8.1. Expansion
- 10.8.2. Merger & Acquisition
- 10.8.3. Collaborations/Partnerships
- 10.8.4. New Product Launches
- 10.9. Company Profiles
- 10.9.1. Northrop Grumman
- 10.9.1.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.1.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.1.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.1.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.2. RTX Corporation
- 10.9.2.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.2.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.2.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.2.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.3. Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd.
- 10.9.3.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.3.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.3.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.3.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.4. AeroVironment, Inc.
- 10.9.4.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.4.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.4.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.4.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.5. General Atomics
- 10.9.5.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.5.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.5.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.5.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.6. Boeing
- 10.9.6.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.6.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.6.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.6.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.7. Thales Group
- 10.9.7.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.7.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.7.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.7.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.8. Elbit Systems Ltd.
- 10.9.8.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.8.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.8.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.8.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.9. Lockheed Martin Corporation
- 10.9.9.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.9.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.9.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.9.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.10. SZ DJI Technologies Co. Ltd.
- 10.9.10.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.10.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.10.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.10.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.11. Teal Drones, Inc.
- 10.9.11.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.11.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.11.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.11.4. Recent Developments
- 10.9.12. Teledyne FLIR LLC
- 10.9.12.1. Participant's Overview
- 10.9.12.2. Financial Performance
- 10.9.12.3. Product Benchmarking
- 10.9.12.4. Recent Developments