BAE Systems' TRV-150 Cargo Drone Demonstrates Air Defense Capabilities with APKWS Rockets
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BAE Systems has showcased the TRV-150 cargo drone's capability to intercept enemy drones using laser-guided APKWS rockets during a military experiment in Florida. This demonstration, part of the US military's Joint Readiness Experimentation exercise, highlights the potential for logistics platforms to be adapted for air defense roles. The TRV-150, originally designed for transporting supplies, successfully engaged multiple aerial targets without needing to land for reloading.
The significance of this test lies in its demonstration of a cost-effective solution to counter inexpensive one-way attack drones. By utilizing the APKWS system, which converts unguided rockets into precision-guided munitions, BAE Systems aims to provide a viable defense option that does not require the development of entirely new aircraft. This approach allows for the repurposing of existing uncrewed platforms to enhance defensive capabilities in military operations.
BAE Systems plans to build on this capability, following an earlier milestone in July 2025 when the T-150 first fired a precision munition. The latest test with the TRV-150 expands its operational scope, although specific details regarding engagement distances and performance metrics remain undisclosed at this time.
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Cargo drone built to carry supplies can shoot down enemy drones with laser-guided rockets
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