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Public Debut for Thales’ 70mm Laser-guided Rocket Meant for Counter-drone Operations

Our Bureau - : Jun 16, 2026 - : 7:14 am

Thales has unveiled the LGR275 Proxy, a 70mm laser-guided rocket, specifically designed to neutralize the threat posed by Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), at the ongoing Eurosatory 2026. The rocket is suitable for both air-to-air and surface-to-air applications.

The LGR275 Proxy rocket further strengthens the capabilities of SkyDefender, Thales multi-layer, multi-domain Integrated Air and Missile Defence dome. Production ramp-up is planned by the end of 2026. 

The solution helps resolve the growing imbalance between interception costs and operational efficiency, a challenge that can rapidly deplete stockpiles, strain defence budgets, and undermine the sustainability of high-intensity drone warfare operations. The LGR275 Proxy is equipped with a proximity sensor and a military-grade warhead optimised for aerial targets.

In active conflict zones, Class 1 and 2 drones have fundamentally changed the nature of warfare, exposing the limitations of traditional air defence systems. The LGR275 Proxy addresses the urgent need to restore cost-effectiveness in counter-drone operations. Production is expected to triple between 2026 and 2028.

"Building on our already proven laser-guided rocket solutions, Thales provides a solution to strengthen nations' defence readiness against drone threat, one of the key challenges of our times. Thales Belgium is the leader in NATO standard rockets and our solid production ramp-up allows us to meet the needs of the armed forces," said Alain Quevrin, Country Director Thales Belgium and Luxembourg, Thales.

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