Teledyne FLIR Defense has unveiled a new version of the Rogue 1 kamikaze drone during SOF Week in the United States.
Called Rogue 1 Block 2, the system arrives with an extended range of more than 19 kilometers, as well as a new anti-armor warhead designed to strike protected vehicles more effectively.
According to the company, the system has also received autonomy improvements, offering around 20% more operating time, along with new features aimed at electronic warfare environments. Among the updates are dual-band radios to reduce enemy interference and a navigation system capable of operating even without a GPS signal, using thermal and optical cameras for guidance.
The Rogue 1 belongs to the category of loitering munitions, drones that can remain over an area until the operator identifies the ideal moment to strike. This type of weapon has become one of the most widely used in recent conflicts due to its combination of precision, flexibility and lower cost compared with traditional missiles.
Another new feature of the Block 2 is the Android-based control system, developed to simplify field use and reduce the need for specialized training. Teledyne FLIR says the changes were implemented based on operational experience from the U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. special operations forces, which already use the Rogue 1 in real missions.
Teledyne FLIR Defense Announces New ‘Block 2’ Upgrades to Rogue 1 Lethal Unmanned Aerial System
Operating range doubles to 20+ km while new ‘Shape Charge Jet’ anti-armor payload expands mission profile against hardened vehicleshttps://t.co/v3IyADwQgk#drones #loiteringUAS pic.twitter.com/Tog8YCDt3q
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