Sanctum Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) battle manager and Fortem R-40 Radars were used for the successful detection, tracking and engagement of the drone target. 

THE BIG PICTURE

Sanctum's sensors detected and tracked a hostile Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), the Sanctum mission management software processed the engagement, and the GRIZZLY launcher fired a JAGM missile neutralizing the target. With integration of hardware-in-the-loop and live-fire testing completed in under 45 days, this event highlights Lockheed Martin's ability to demonstrate an end‑to‑end solution with speed, agility and affordability — critical attributes in today's rapidly evolving drone-threat environment.

Built on existing prototype architecture, GRIZZLY enables users to employ the ready-to-fire Sanctum C-UAS system without extensive infrastructure and logistical footprints. By integrating advanced sensor, battle management and missile technologies, Lockheed Martin delivers a decisive C-UAS capability that aligns with our customers' needs for agile and distributed lethality.

WHY IT MATTERS

  • Scalable Detection & Deployment: Small footprint radar sites with distributed sensors offer configurable coverage options. Containerized launcher can be mounted on ground sites or maritime platforms, supporting distributed operations with minimal logistical footprint.
  • Distributed Connectivity: Wireless communication solution between radars, battle management and launcher allows for rapid and agile deployment.
  • Affordable Lethality: Low-cost, commercial sensors, toolless reload and eight-round capacity reduces sustainment expenses while maintaining high-volume firepower.
  • End-to-End Multi-Mission Capability: Radar, battle management, proven-weapon container and existing layered effectors integrated through Sanctum C-UAS Battle Management software for a complete kill web against group 1-4 UAV threats. This integration will protect forward operating bases, critical assets and maritime platforms.
  • JAGM Layered Defense: JAGM's dual‑mode seeker (SAL/MMW), combined with its C-UAS capability, provides a cost-effective effector that can be rapidly deployed from a multi-missile launcher across a variety of domains, providing enhanced layered defense to protect high‑value assets.

EXPERT PERSPECTIVES