Vantage Robotics Trace UAV (2.4GHz) Public Safety Bundle: Stabilized EO/IR Intelligence From a Hand-Launched Nano Platform

The Vantage Robotics Trace redefines what a sub-200-gram UAV can deliver in a mission-critical environment. Built entirely in the United States and carrying DoD Blue UAS Cleared and NDAA compliant status, Trace integrates a 2-axis stabilized Wisp gimbal — combining a 48MP electro-optical camera and 320p infrared sensor — into an airframe that weighs 153 grams, folds into a field case smaller than a lunchbox, and launches from an operator's hand in under 30 seconds.

For public safety agencies evaluating nano UAS platforms, Trace closes the gap between what a pocket-sized drone is expected to do and what it actually can.

Key Features and Benefits

• 48MP EO sensor: autofocus f/1.8 lens resolves fine detail at 25× digital zoom.
• Thermal imaging: 320×240 uncooled VOx IR sensor with 24° field of view onboard.
• Flight endurance: up to 30 minutes operational time with included Standard Batteries.
• Encrypted link: AES-256 with automatic channel hopping across 6 km LOS range.
• 360° obstacle avoidance: laser range-finding enables indoor and confined-space operation.
• GPS-denied stability: visual inertial odometry with scene illumination maintains position indoors.
• Covert operation: unseen and inaudible at 30 feet with optional Remote ID compliance.
• Hand-launch ready: 153 g airframe deploys from IP67 field case in under 30 seconds.
• Wind performance: stable and controllable in sustained field winds up to 25 knots.
• Platform security: AES-256 encryption, secure boot, no remote data transmission architecture.

Trace is purpose-built for the operational realities that public safety teams face: dynamic environments, compressed timelines, limited personnel, and zero tolerance for data compromise. The platform's 6 km line-of-sight range, AES-256 encrypted communications with no remote data connect, and compatibility with ATAK, QGC, WMI, and RAC2 mean it drops into existing agency workflows without requiring infrastructure changes.

With 360° obstacle avoidance, GPS-denied visual position control, and a covert acoustic and visual profile at 30 feet, Trace functions as a deployable ISR node that fits in a cargo pocket.

A Deployable ISR Node That Fits Agency Infrastructure

Trace is not a consumer drone adapted for professional use — it is a ground-up ISR platform engineered to slot into existing public safety and government operational frameworks. MAVLink and RAS-A compliance means Trace communicates fluently with the C2 infrastructure agencies already operate.

ATAK compatibility allows real-time video and positional data to feed directly into tactical common operating pictures without additional middleware. The Vision2 GCS — included in this bundle — provides a 7-inch, 2,500 nit sunlight-readable display with a 4-hour battery life, purpose-built controls, and NDAA and TAA compliant manufacturing. Agencies procuring Trace are acquiring a system that is ready to integrate, not one that requires custom adaptation.

Compatibility and System Integration

• Vision2 GCS: NDAA/TAA compliant controller with 7 in display and 4-hour operational life.
• Wisp EO/IR gimbal: 2-axis stabilized payload with 320p IR, field-upgradeable to 640×480.
• ATAK: direct integration for real-time video and positional data in tactical environments.
• Kutta KTAC and S20 TE: alternative C2 platforms for agencies with existing Kutta infrastructure.
• Tomahawk Mimic and Grip GCS: additional compatible controllers for flexible operator configurations.
• QGC, WMI, and RAC2: supported GCS software for mission planning and flight management.
• MAVLink and RAS-A: open protocol compliance ensures interoperability across mixed-fleet deployments.

Applications and Use Cases

• Tactical reconnaissance: covert profile supports undetected pre-entry and overwatch operations.
• Search and rescue: dual EO/IR sensors identify subjects across varied lighting and terrain conditions.
• Indoor and confined-space ops: 360° avoidance and GPS-denied stability enable structure entry.
• Incident command integration: live feeds connect to ATAK common operating picture in real time.
• Perimeter and asset monitoring: perch-and-stare capability reduces battery consumption on static posts.
• Fleet ISR deployment: lightweight form factor supports multi-unit deployment from a single vehicle.
• Infrastructure and evidence documentation: 48MP stills and 4K video capture forensic-grade imagery.

Trace answers a persistent procurement challenge for public safety agencies: how to field persistent aerial ISR capability without the cost, crew, and logistics of larger platforms. At 153 grams with a 30-minute operational endurance, 6 km encrypted range, and full ATAK integration, it delivers enterprise-grade capability in a system any officer can carry and any agency can afford to fleet.

Dronefly has spent years building UAV solution partnerships with public safety agencies, and the Vantage Robotics Trace Public Safety Bundle reflects exactly the kind of platform those partnerships are built around.

When you source Trace through Dronefly, you gain access to configuration guidance, fleet deployment support, and the procurement expertise to match the right bundle to your agency's operational requirements.

Reach out to Dronefly today to discuss how Trace fits your mission profile.