Raytheon's laser weapon system has logged more than 40,000 testing hours and downed more than 400 targets, according to the company.
The United Kingdom’s Defense Equipment and Support have announced the successful testing of Raytheon’s High-Energy Laser Weapon System integrated with a British Army combat vehicle.
The lightweight, portable HELWS is the first laser weapon integrated on a land vehicle to be fired in the UK, according to Raytheon.The laser weapon system has been designed to defeat NATO Class 1 drones. It is made in such a manner that it will be compatible with the country’s existing air defense systems, including radar, command and other platforms.
The system operates with a command and control system and can be integrated with wider battle management radar and surveillance systems. The weapon can be mounted on various platforms to meet different operational needs. The next phase of testing for HELWS will include trials with Army personnel later this year, for further evaluating the system’s capabilities and benefits in real-world scenarios.
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