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Pdw

Small military drones for tactical missions

  • Huntsville, AL
  • Founded 2020
  • Defense
  • pdw.ai

Raised to date

$178.8M

of $192.4M offered across 2 Form D filings

Still open
$13.6M
Investors
7
Last filed
Apr 1, 2026

About

PDW Holdings, Inc., also known as Performance Drone Works, is a pioneering defense technology company focused on the design and production of small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) tailored for military and governmental applications. With a strong emphasis on providing advanced tactical drone solutions, PDW plays a vital role in enhancing the operational capabilities of military units and first responders.

PDW distinguishes itself through its rapid development of innovative drone technologies, holding multiple performance records and patents in the sUAS domain.

Funding

Mar 20252026
Now

$162.4M round, first sold Nov 2025: $162.4M sold

  • EquityFiled Apr 1, 2026Form D/A
    $162.4M/ $162.4M
  • Security to be acquiredFiled Mar 25, 2025Form D
    $16.4M/ $30M

Product

C100 Drone

Tactical Drone

The C100 is a man-portable, heavy-lift quadcopter designed to meet the demanding needs of tactical military missions. Built for exceptional performance and versatility, the C100 offers advanced features that enhance operational efficiency in complex environments.

  • Compact and foldable design for portability
  • Rapid deployment capability, becoming airborne in under 2 minutes
  • Long endurance with flight times of up to 74 minutes

Built for

Military units, government agencies, and public safety organizations

People on file