Decision Summary
Category
counter_uas
Manufacturer
BAE Systems
Blue UAS
No
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Technical Specifications
Range5 km
General Information
In Service Since2024
Roledirected-energy
ClassClass III
UK Laser Directed Energy Weapon demonstrator developed by MBDA UK with BAE Systems and Leonardo. 50kW-class laser successfully tested against aerial targets at MOD Hebrides in Jan 2024. Costs approx 10 GBP per shot. Being accelerated for Royal Navy Type 23/26 frigates and Army vehicles.
Source: en.wikipedia.org
