German company sends air defence radars for IRIS-T to Ukraine

Sensor specialist Hensoldt is supplying four of its high-performance radars for IRIS-T SLM air defence system, which is designed to strengthen Ukraine's defence capability.

One of the TRML-4D radars has already been delivered, with three more to follow within a few months.

"The situation in Ukraine requires quick and decisive action. Due to a serial production line and the commitment of our employees, we are able to deliver such systems to protect the population in the shortest possible time," said CEO of Hensoldt Thomas Müller, reads the company's press release.

TRML-4D uses the latest Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radar technology with multiple digitally shaped beams. It is capable of detecting, tracking and classifying various types of aerial targets, with a focus on small, fast and low-flying and/or manoeuvring cruise missiles and aircraft, as well as hovering helicopters. It ensures the rapid detection and tracking of some 1,500 targets in a radius of up to 250 km.

As reported, Yuriy Ihnat, Spokesperson for the Air Force command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine said that the IRIS-T system was already integrated into Ukraine’s air defense system.

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