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A Lockheed Martin-built AN/TPQ-53 (Q-53) multi-mission Radar (MMR) was recently with a US Army command and control system, providing tracking data to launch a counter unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) defeat system.
Specifically, the Q-53 integrated with the Forward Area Air Defense Command and Control (FAAD C2) system, serving as the primary fire control source for the Coyote Block 2 C-UAS defeat system.
“The Q-53 radar has a long history of exceeding Army requirements and adapting to their evolving missions,” David Kenneweg, program director, Lockheed Martin Army Radars, said.
“This recent testing milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to enhance and upgrade the system capability.
“The Army’s Q-53 MMR can enhance air surveillance capabilities and integrate with C2 systems and broader weapon systems, enabling soldiers to detect threats and make decisions faster.”
To date, Lockheed Martin has delivered 195 Q-53 radars to the Army and international partners.
The Q-53 is designed to detect, classify, track, and determine the location of enemy indirect fire, including mortars, rockets and artillery.
In July 2021, the US Army awarded a follow-on contract to Lockheed Martin, which was tasked with demonstrating the ability of the Q-53 radars to deliver superior performance over peer and near-peer adversaries.
Upgrades reportedly include support for long-range precision fires and air and missile defense missions.
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