I understand how military equipment costs more than off the shelf stuff, I understand there are enhancements and additional technologies involved… but WTF
“Britain obtained the technology as part of a $31 million contract for 160 units”
$31,000,000 for 160 units, that is $193,750 each for a slightly modified version of something you can buy at Paddy’s Market for $50-60… seriously!
If your camera sends text messages, that could explain why your photos are rubbish!
Oroka From Canada, joined Dec 2006, 787 posts, RR: 0 Reply 2, posted (3 months 1 week 5 days 19 hours ago) and read 1661 times:
While its capacity dwarfs commercial grade rc helicopters, nearly $200k each is way too much even if that price includes development. Aiming way high, $2000 each would be a reasonable price.
I would love a little chopper with those capabilities.
tugger From United States of America, joined Apr 2006, 4629 posts, RR: 7 Reply 3, posted (3 months 1 week 5 days 17 hours ago) and read 1622 times:
Quoting Oroka (Reply 2): While its capacity dwarfs commercial grade rc helicopters, nearly $200k each is way too much even if that price includes development. Aiming way high, $2000 each would be a reasonable price.
It could include personnel, training, repair or replacement, secure encrypted communication equipment, transport equipment (as in trucks), and cover several years of operation.
Tugg
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GDB From United Kingdom, joined May 2001, 12701 posts, RR: 80 Reply 4, posted (3 months 1 week 3 days 17 hours ago) and read 1309 times:
Quoting stealthz (Thread starter): $31,000,000 for 160 units, that is $193,750 each for a slightly modified version of something you can buy at Paddy’s Market for $50-60… seriously!
I understand that the package included not only tech transfer but also UK production.
Eventually, they'll buy more than 160.
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