Thales Brings 70mm Laser-Guided Rocket Into the Counter-Drone Fight

A laser-guided rocket sits at the center of Thales’ latest push for a counter-drone capability aimed at balancing cost and modern performance.

Named the Laser Guided Rocket (LGR275) Proxy, the 70mm system is equipped with a proximity sensor and a military-grade warhead, which the company said is optimized for Class 1 and 2 drones.

It is designed for both air-to-air and surface-to-air engagements, with the system built around Thales’ proven laser-guided rocket technology.

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