VAMPIRE is a self-contained system that provides advanced reconnaissance and precision strike capabilities against drones and remotely piloted aircraft. Since 2023, it has supported combat operations in Europe.
The company has enhanced the baseline VAMPIRE system with added sensors, precision weapons, electronic jammers, and non-kinetic effects. These upgrades are designed to strengthen its performance across multiple operational domains.
The system leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve the speed and accuracy of identifying and neutralising small, hard-to-detect unmanned threats. “VAMPIRE users have successfully shot down hundreds of enemy drones,” said Jon Rambeau, President, Integrated Mission Systems, L3Harris.
“Compared to traditional missile systems, VAMPIRE greatly reduces the cost per effect to defend against drone attacks,” Rambeau added. VAMPIRE is part of L3Harris’ broader Counter-Unmanned Systems initiative, aimed at delivering cost-effective and reliable solutions across all domains.
