BLACKTALON 982 Counter UAS

The BLACKTALON Counter-Drone System provides detection, location, identification, tracking and RF inhibition of drones.

  • Multi-sensor detection and tracking (active and passive)
  • Long range, directional multi-band RF inhibition defeat
  • Intuitive user interface
  • Automated operations
  • Fully integrated solution

Product Description

Advanced Drone Defense for Modern Threats

The BLACKTALON 982 Counter-UAS is a cutting-edge solution designed to detect, identify, track, and neutralize unauthorized drones. By integrating multiple advanced technologies, this system delivers a comprehensive approach to countering drone threats in a variety of environments, ensuring reliable protection for critical operations.

Advanced Multi-Sensor Integration
The BLACKTALON 982 Counter-UAS incorporates a combination of radar and RF sensors to provide real-time detection, identification, and tracking of drones. These capabilities are further enhanced by an electro-optical sensor, which enables precise drone verification and video tracking for situational awareness. For neutralization, a multi-channel RF inhibitor effectively disrupts drone communication, providing a decisive defeat mechanism.

Built on Proven Technologies
Developed through a partnership between TCI International and Enterprise Control Systems, both part of SPX Technologies, the BLACKTALON 982 Counter-UAS benefits from over 135 years of combined expertise in RF, EO, Command and Control (C2), and counter-drone systems. This experience ensures the system meets the demanding requirements of military and defense applications. The technology is built entirely on TRL9 systems, which have been extensively proven in combat operations and have demonstrated unparalleled reliability in hostile territories and extreme environments.

Reliable Performance Across Applications
Designed for military, government, and critical infrastructure protection, the BLACKTALON 982 Counter-UAS delivers a robust and effective defense against evolving drone threats. Its modular design and field-proven components ensure adaptability to specific operational needs while maintaining the highest levels of performance and availability.

With its advanced detection, tracking, and defeat capabilities, the BLACKTALON 982 Counter-UAS sets a new standard for drone defense. By combining proven technologies and decades of expertise, it offers a reliable, high-performance solution for addressing the challenges posed by modern unmanned aerial threats.

Technical Specifications

Frequency Range
20 MHz to 8 GHz

Detection Range
10 km (nominal, environment and RCS-dependent)

DF Accuracy
2° to 5° (typical) – depending on DF antenna and environment

Azimuth Coverage (Radar)
360°

Elevation (EO Sensor)
-50° to +60°

Max Speed
60° per second

Antennas
Four integrated 15 dBiC nom. circular polarized high gain One integrated 17 dBi nom. high gain log periodic

Deployment Options
Fixed, mobile, transportable, man portable

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