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DragonFire LDEW
High-energy laser demonstrator/weapon · MBDA / Leonardo / QinetiQ (UK DSTL programme) · GB
UK laser directed-energy weapon programme that has conducted successful live-fire trials against aerial targets, including drones, at militarily relevant ranges. Transitioning from demonstrator toward Royal Navy and Army fielding later this decade.
Specifications
Effect
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Method | High-energy laser, 50 kW class ambition (public) |
| Trials | Successful engagements of aerial targets announced 2024-2025 |
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