STRIX ™ Uncrewed Air System
Product descripton: STRIX ™ Uncrewed Air System by BAE Systems
A hybrid, tandem wing, multi-domain and multi-role UAS capability, STRIX™ could be used for a variety of missions including air to ground strike against hostile targets and persistent intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR). It could also act as a ‘loyal wingman’ for military helicopters.
Designed to carry up to a 160kg payload over 800km, STRIX™ will be capable of operating in high-risk environments. With a collapsed footprint of 2.6m x 4.5m, it could be easily transported in a standard shipping container.
Its VTOL capability means STRIX™ could be used without relying on an airfield. It could also be operated from a helicopter to expand the mission set and protect aircrew in high-threat environments.
We have an extensive history of developing autonomous systems globally, including the Taranis and Mantis uncrewed autonomous demonstrator aircraft.
The STRIX™ VMS already guides platforms, including the M113 for the Australian Army’s autonomous systems program and MQ-28 Ghost Bat drone for the Royal Australian Air Force’s autonomy program.
STRIX™ will look to increase Australian sovereign capability by leveraging domestic expertise, such as Innovaero’s aircraft concept design and rapid prototyping. There will also be opportunities for wider Australian SMEs and academia to get involved in the development, delivery and flight test of the prototype.
STRIX™ will have the capacity to accommodate a range of munition types, including those currently in service with the Australian Defence Force.
We will also deliver a new low-cost precision guided munition, known as RAZER, which could be integrated onto the platform to complement STRIX‘s strike capability.
STRIX™ leverages existing, proven technologies to provide an affordable and cost effective capability that is mission configurable and upgradable in response to emerging technologies or threats.
We are continuously exploring how we can support the challenges customers face in both the near term and future battlespace. Alongside core defence programs, we are developing a range of autonomous systems and future concepts.
Technical specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Propulsion | Hybrid electric |
| Footprint (HxWxL) | 2.6 m x 6 m x 5 m |
| Stored Footprint | ISO container 20 ft |
| Max Take-off Weight | Approximately 960 kg |
| Cruise Speed | 140 knots max, can exceed 200 knots |
| Range | – 50 kg payload: 1,500 km – 160 kg payload: 800 km – 200 kg payload: 500 km |
| Potential Payloads | APKWS, Hellfire, Brimstone, JAGM-MR, Loitering Munitions, Laser-guided rockets, Razer, EO/IR, LTD, SAR, VIDAR, electronic warfare |
| Mode of Operation | VTOL and fixed-wing |