L3Harris Technologies has initiated high-volume production of VAMPIRE counter-unmanned systems (C-UxS) in Huntsville, Alabama.
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Press Release, Melbourne FL, 24 March 2026: L3Harris Technologies has initiated high-volume production of VAMPIRE counter-unmanned systems (C-UxS) in Huntsville, Alabama. The new production line is a direct response to the United States and its allies’ need to combat the persistent drone threat posing risks to military personnel and infrastructure.
The facility features a flexible assembly, testing and installation area to integrate VAMPIRE onto ground vehicles and containerised weapon systems. The production line can adjust and increase volume as demand evolves.
“We’re making every effort to put these effective, combat-proven systems on the frontline as fast as possible to save lives,” said Tom Kirkland, President, Targeting and Sensor Systems, Communications & Spectrum Dominance, L3Harris. “Our newest production line combines the best people, technology, facilities and innovation to deliver the ultimate C-UxS solution to our customers.”
VAMPIRE has detected, tracked and defeated small drones during European combat operations since 2023. In 2025, L3Harris announced the expansion of its VAMPIRE family of systems to include specialised variants for land, maritime, air and electronic warfare operations, as well as the integration of VAMPIRE aboard new defence ground vehicles.
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