Darkhorse

In Development
Hermeus
Hermeus
Darkhorse

Overview

A multi-mission reusable hypersonic uncrewed aerial system (UAS) designed for defense and national security missions including ISR and strike in contested environments. Powered by the Chimera II TBCC engine.

Darkhorse remains the defense product Hermeus is building toward as Quarterhorse expands the validated flight envelope and Chimera II matures around the Pratt & Whitney F100 core.

Key Specs

Target Speed

Mach 5 (~3,300 mph)

Engine

Chimera II TBCC (P&W F100 + ramjet)

Aircraft Type

Reusable hypersonic UAS