The World's 9 Most Cost-Effective Military Drones: A Comprehensive Analysis

7. Indian Rustom-1

While keeping economy, the Rustom-1 highlights India's rising capacity in domestic drone development. At about $2.5 million per unit, this medium-altitude long-endurance drone has advanced monitoring features and possible strike points. Although its modern avionics and sensor systems offer great value for money, its domestic manufacture lowers maintenance costs and guarantees supply chain security. The platform's capacity to run under several climatic circumstances makes it especially fit for India's several operational needs.