Granta X

Lore & Background

Granta Autonomy began developing the X-Wing in response to battlefield demands for precision loitering munitions that could be deployed by small infantry units without specialized launch equipment. The project followed the company’s earlier UAV platforms, such as the Granta GA-10FPV-AI quadcopter loitering munition and the Hornet XR reconnaissance drone. The X-Wing was publicly introduced on 28 May 2025 at the IDET 2025 international defense exhibition in Brno, Czech Republic, as a prototype undergoing final evaluation before potential mass production.

Designed for precision strike missions, the X-Wing combines quadcopter-style vertical launch with efficient fixed-wing flight, offering front-line units a portable, modular, and easy-to-deploy loitering munition system. Designed with cost-effective mass production in mind, the X-Wing can fly up to 50 kilometers (31 miles) with artificial intelligence equipped for autonomous flights. The drone is also loaded with a warhead for eliminating different types of targets.

The X-Wing is used by the Lithuanian Armed Forces and the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Reader's Guide

The Granta X represents a response to modern battlefield requirements for portable, precision loitering munitions that can be operated by small infantry units without heavy launch infrastructure. Its VTOL capability eliminates the need for runways or catapults, while its fixed-wing flight mode provides extended range and endurance compared to pure quadcopter designs. The integration of artificial intelligence for autonomous flight reduces operator workload and enhances mission flexibility. The warhead allows engagement of various target types. The X-Wing's development builds on Granta Autonomy's earlier UAV platforms, indicating a progression in the company's loitering munition capabilities. Its introduction at IDET 2025 as a prototype suggests the system was nearing production readiness. Adoption by both the Lithuanian Armed Forces and the Armed Forces of Ukraine demonstrates operational interest from multiple military users. The emphasis on cost-effective mass production suggests the system is intended for widespread fielding rather than limited special-purpose use.

Did You Know?

• The Granta X is also known as the Granta X-Wing.
• The drone can fly up to 50 kilometers (31 miles) and uses artificial intelligence for autonomous flight.