“Slinger is the most accurate remote weapon system on the market, and these developments will significantly improve the CUAS mission by reducing operator workload via assisted detection, classification, and engagement of drone threats,” said Shawn Baerlocher, CEO of EOS Defense Systems USA. The system is designed to operate independently with passive sensors or integrate with external sensors, enabling both autonomous and cue-based defence.
Baerlocher added, “The RWS can operate in a ‘stand-alone’ capacity, utilizing only its native, passive sensors or receive an external cue from a remote sensor. Either functionality allows effective execution of platform self-defense. The addition of an automation suite enables drone defeat with reduced burden on the warfighter.” EOS has also confirmed that production of Slinger will begin at its Huntsville, Alabama facility to support growing demand from U.S. government clients.
Slinger has undergone extensive field testing, demonstrating high kill probabilities against manoeuvring Group 1 UAS in environments replicating real-world operations. EOS anticipates deployment of the upgraded system across multiple platforms within layered defence structures to counter evolving drone threats.
Combining low-cost kinetic effectors with precision accuracy and scalable autonomy, Slinger offers a viable solution to address existing defence capability gaps. EOS Remote Weapon Systems are already in service with military forces across Australia, the Middle East, North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia, with over 2,500 systems delivered globally.
EOS Defense Systems USA, operating as the regional hub since 2018, continues to expand its footprint in the defence sector through innovation and reliable system performance.
