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German HUSAR

Data Trust
Confidence
Partial
Sources
1
Verified
2026-02-16
Updated
2026-02-22
Completeness
6/6
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Decision Summary
Status
procurement
Contracts
5
Vendors
2

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Lead Country
DEGermany
Lead Organization
BMVg
Budget
EUR 200.0M(total)
Timeline
20222026
Quantity
12

The German HUSAR program, or Highly Efficient Unmanned System for Medium-Range Reconnaissance, develops the Rheinmetall LUNA NG tactical ISR drone for the Bundeswehr to provide real-time targeting data, shorten sensor-to-shooter timelines, and integrate into unmanned C2 networks, replacing legacy LUNA and KZO systems while drawing lessons from Ukraine. As of early 2026, the program is in procurement with a 2026 field trial successfully completed, first production system delivered in Q2 2025, and full deliveries expected by end of 2026. From a defense-intelligence perspective, HUSAR enhances NATO eastern flank deterrence through networked drone swarms for resilient reconnaissance, battle damage assessment, and kill chain compression in high-threat environments.

5
Contracts
€625M
Total Value (est.)
2
Vendors
2
Countries

Sources(1)

Products(1)

Contracts(5)

TitleValueStatus
Bundeswehr ALADIN Successor - Twister UAS (147…awarded
German HUSAR Study PhaseEUR 25.0Mawarded
HUSAR/LUNA NG Supply ContractEUR 200.0Mawarded
HUSAR amendment contractEUR 200.0Mawarded
HUSAR/LUNA NG Procurement Contract AmendmentEUR 200.0Mawarded

Organizations(3)

Participating Countries(2)

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