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Rheinmetall High Energy Laser

Counter-UAS · made by Rheinmetall (Germany)

Scalable high-energy laser effector for C-UAS and C-RAM applications. Demonstrated at 20kW-100kW power levels, successfully engaging drones, mortar rounds, and artillery shells.

Range: 5 km
Used by: Germany · Saudi Arabia
In service: since 2021
Role: Directed energy

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Designed for Skynex integration. Bundeswehr funding continued development toward 100kW operational capability.

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Also by Rheinmetall: LUNA (small) · Rheinmetall Luna NG (small)
Alternatives: GA-EMS ODIN / HELIOS (counter-uas) · MBDA Directed Energy Weapon System (counter-uas)

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