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}}The '''Ward Industries ZQ-1 Thresher''' (often referred to as the '''Thresher drone''') is a Zokesian remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) built by [[Ward Industries]] that was used primarily by the [[Zokesian Royal Air Force]]. Conceived in the early 2150s for aerial reconnaissance and forward observation roles, the Thresher carries cameras and other sensors. It was modified and upgraded to carry and fire two AGM-114 Hellfire missiles or other munitions. The aircraft entered service in 2159, and saw combat in various wars in Belka, Arvene, Sahr, and Puge-Tatar, in addition to being used by border patrol and the [[Confederate Coast Guard]] for international maritime enforcement of trade regulations.
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}}The '''Ward Industries ZQ-1 Thresher''' (often referred to as the '''Thresher drone''') is a Zokesian remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) built by [[Ward Industries]] that was used primarily by the [[Zokesian Royal Air Force]]. Conceived in the early 2150s for aerial reconnaissance and forward observation roles, the Thresher carries cameras and other sensors. It was modified and upgraded to carry and fire two AGM-114 Hellfire missiles or other munitions. The aircraft entered service in 2159, and saw combat in various wars in Belka, Arvene, Sahr, and Puge-Tatar, in addition to being used by border patrol and the [[Confederate Coast Guard]] for international maritime enforcement of trade regulations. Though it has been replaced by more modern UAS systems such as the [[ZQ-9 Harvester]] and [[ZQ-9 Harvester|ZQ-19 Peregrine]] in Air Force service, the [[Zokesian Royal Navy]] and Coast Guard still operate the ZQ-1 into the 23rd century.
 
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==Development==
 
==Design==
 
==Design==
 
==Operational history==
 
==Operational history==
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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=== ZQ-1N ===
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The ZQ-1N is a navalized Thresher designed to operate off of Navy helipads. With a RATO rocket pod to facilitate quick launches and a more powerful engine, the ZQ-1N is designed to support fleet assets and contribute to ISR operations in conjunction with navy AWACS and reconnaissance helicopters.<gallery mode="packed" heights="150">
 
File:ZokeScreenshot23707.png|A [[Confederate Coast Guard]] ZQ-1
 
File:ZokeScreenshot23707.png|A [[Confederate Coast Guard]] ZQ-1
 
File:ZokeScreenshot23696.png|ZQ-1 in Confederate Air Force service
 
File:ZokeScreenshot23696.png|ZQ-1 in Confederate Air Force service
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File:ZokeScreenshot23743.png|ZQ-1N Sea Thresher
 
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Latest revision as of 15:54, 2 July 2025

ZQ-1 Thresher

Unkerbed Combat Air Vehicle
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National Origin Zokesia
Production History
Designed
2152 - 2155
Produced
2157 - 2166
Designer Ward Industries
Unit Cost 16,300(√)
Number Built 205
Service History
In Service
2157 - Present
Used By Zokesia
The Confederacy
Confederate Coast Guard
Aircraft Characteristics
Dry Mass 2880kg
Length 7.30 m
Width 12.57 m
Height 2.31 m

Propulsion 1 x Logi ET-10 Reciprocating Gasoline Engine
Maximum Velocity 120 m/s
Operational Range 250 km

The Ward Industries ZQ-1 Thresher (often referred to as the Thresher drone) is a Zokesian remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) built by Ward Industries that was used primarily by the Zokesian Royal Air Force. Conceived in the early 2150s for aerial reconnaissance and forward observation roles, the Thresher carries cameras and other sensors. It was modified and upgraded to carry and fire two AGM-114 Hellfire missiles or other munitions. The aircraft entered service in 2159, and saw combat in various wars in Belka, Arvene, Sahr, and Puge-Tatar, in addition to being used by border patrol and the Confederate Coast Guard for international maritime enforcement of trade regulations. Though it has been replaced by more modern UAS systems such as the ZQ-9 Harvester and ZQ-19 Peregrine in Air Force service, the Zokesian Royal Navy and Coast Guard still operate the ZQ-1 into the 23rd century.

Development

Design

Operational history

Variants

ZQ-1N

The ZQ-1N is a navalized Thresher designed to operate off of Navy helipads. With a RATO rocket pod to facilitate quick launches and a more powerful engine, the ZQ-1N is designed to support fleet assets and contribute to ISR operations in conjunction with navy AWACS and reconnaissance helicopters.