Scandron Unveils CargoMax 20KHC at Aero India 2025: India’s Most Powerful Cargo Drone with 200kg Payload Capacity

Bengaluru-based startup Scandron has made waves at AeroIndia 2025 with the launch of the CargoMax 20KHC, India’s most powerful cargo drone. Designed to meet the demanding needs of the Indian Armed Forces and various other sectors, the CargoMax 20KHC boasts a remarkable payload capacity of 200 kg, positioning it as a game-changer in the field of aerial logistics.

A New Era in Autonomous Aerial Logistics

The CargoMax 20KHC is engineered to provide a stable, robust, and reliable aerial logistics platform, particularly for last-mile deliveries in challenging environments. With a fully autonomous flight system, this drone eliminates the need for pilot intervention, thereby enhancing efficiency and reducing operational risks.

Key specifications of the CargoMax 20KHC include:

• Payload Capacity: 200 kg
• Operational Range: 15 km
• Operational Ceiling: 6,000 meters AMSL (Above Mean Sea Level)
• Autonomous Operations: Fully pilotless capability

Versatility Across Diverse Environments

One of the standout aspects of the CargoMax 20KHC is its adaptability to various terrains and mission profiles. Scandron has developed multiple variants of the CargoMax series, ensuring superior logistics capability across different operational environments:

• High Altitude Operations: Designed for Indian Army applications, the drone can effectively conduct last-mile deliveries at altitudes exceeding 5,500 meters AMSL, making it invaluable in remote mountainous regions.
• Desert Operations: Optimized for extreme temperature conditions and long-range logistics support.
• Naval and Island Operations: Capable of pinpoint landings on moving naval platforms, the CargoMax drones are ideally suited for maritime supply chain logistics.

Expanding the Capabilities of India's Drone Ecosystem

Scandron’s CargoMax series of logistics drones strengthens India’s drone ecosystem by reducing dependency on imported UAV technology while advancing the country’s capabilities in autonomous aerial transport. The drones are designed to seamlessly integrate into both urban and remote logistics networks, making them valuable assets for defense, disaster relief, and supply chain management.

Some key applications include:

• Military Logistics: Supporting defense forces with high-altitude cargo transport, rapid response, and autonomous resupply missions.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Enhancing mid-mile logistics and warehouse-to-warehouse operations.
• Disaster Relief Operations: Assisting the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) in heavy-lift emergency relief operations.

Showcasing Cutting-Edge Drone Innovations at AeroIndia 2025

At AeroIndia 2025, Scandron not only unveiled the CargoMax 20KHC but also showcased the SkyKrane 40 Aerial Crane and the ScanD suite of surveillance drone platforms. These advanced systems further solidify Scandron’s position as a leader in India’s drone technology sector.

A Vision for the Future

Commenting on the launch, Arjun Naik, CEO and Founder of Scandron, stated:

“Scandron is a customer-focused company, and we continuously innovate to design and develop disruptive drone solutions to help solve real-world problems. Our goal is to integrate drones into mainstream operations, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs without compromising safety and reliability.”

The CargoMax 20KHC exemplifies this vision by offering a scalable, future-proof platform that can be customized for various industry requirements. As India pushes forward with advancements in drone technology, Scandron’s innovations are set to play a crucial role in shaping the future of autonomous logistics.