Key Takeaways
- XAG unveiled the P150 Max Agricultural Drone at the Spray Drone End User Conference to support time-critical field operations.
- The drone is designed to improve spraying, spreading, mapping, and logistics efficiency under labor-constrained conditions.
- Average spraying productivity reaches 50–60 acres per hour, with peak performance up to 70–80 acres per hour.
- Swarm control allows a single operator to manage two drones simultaneously.
- The P150 Max is FCC-approved and now available through XAG’s authorized U.S. dealer network.
XAG Targets Labor Shortages With High-Capacity Drone Operations
With farm labor in short supply and application windows tightening, U.S. growers face increasing pressure to complete spraying and spreading operations within limited timeframes. At this year’s Spray Drone End User Conference, XAG introduced the P150 Max Agricultural Drone, positioning it as a tool designed to help farmers maintain productivity despite workforce constraints.
The P150 Max is built to support autonomous spraying, spreading, field mapping, and on-farm logistics through modular, swappable task systems. These systems can be changed within minutes, allowing operators to transition quickly between field tasks. The drone supports a maximum payload of 176 pounds and reaches flight speeds of up to 44.7 mph, reducing downtime caused by refilling and repositioning.
Builds Performance on Field-Proven Reliability
The P150 Max delivers average spraying productivity of 50–60 acres per hour, with peak output reaching 70–80 acres per hour under favorable conditions. A swarm control feature enables one operator to manage two drones at the same time, effectively doubling field coverage when needed.
The platform builds on XAG’s P Series, which has accumulated more than 9.3 million flight hours globally since 2022. The P150 Max has been field-tested in regions such as New Zealand, Bulgaria, South Africa, and Australia, environments that share terrain and field variability similar to parts of the U.S. Midwest and Southeast.
XAG Integrates Precision Systems to Reduce Operator Burden
For liquid applications, the drone is equipped with the RevoSpray 5 system, featuring a 21.1-gallon smart tank and dual centrifugal nozzles delivering up to 8.45 gallons per minute. An optional four-nozzle configuration increases flow to 12.15 gallons per minute for dense canopies and orchard crops. Droplet sizes are adjustable from 60 to 500 microns to match different crop protection requirements.
Spreading operations are supported by the RevoCast 5 system, capable of dispensing up to 661 pounds per minute for fertilizer, cover crops, and biological products. Vertical broadcast design helps limit wind drift and maintain even distribution.
XAG Control, Mapping, and Power Systems
Navigation is managed through the SuperX 5 Ultra Intelligent Control System with RTK positioning for centimeter-level accuracy. Integrated 4D imaging radar detects obstacles such as power lines and center pivots, while the RealTerra Field Mapping System surveys up to 49.4 acres per flight and generates autonomous routes using onboard AI.
Mission planning is handled via the XAG One App or SRC 5 Remote Controller, with RTK support provided by the XRTK 7 Mobile Station in low-connectivity areas. To support continuous operations, Smart SuperCharge batteries can be recharged in as little as seven minutes using dual chargers and mist-cooling technology.
The P150 Max is now FCC-approved and available for purchase in the U.S., with deliveries expected to begin shortly through XAG’s authorized dealer network.
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