Spain's ARQUIMEA Unveils Multi-Layer C-UAS Air Defense System at Eurosatory 2026
Spanish defense technology company ARQUIMEA has officially unveiled a new layered counter-UAS (C-UAS) air defense system at Eurosatory 2026. The modular system integrates four distinct interceptor types—ranging from the long-range Q-SLAM-40 (40 km range) to the laser-guided Q-FOX missile—providing scalable coverage against threats from small commercial drones to large tactical UAVs.
Highlights
- ARQUIMEA unveiled a modular, multi-layer C-UAS air defense system at Eurosatory 2026, integrating four distinct interceptor types into a single command-and-control architecture.
- The Q-SLAM-40, the system's longest-range interceptor UAV, achieves a reported intercept range of 40 km for long-distance threat suppression.
- The Q-SLAM-5i short-range interceptor reaches speeds of up to 350 km/h and carries a 0.4 kg warhead for rapid engagement of small aerial targets.
- The Q-FOX laser-guided missile, developed by AERTEC, offers a 4 km range and a top speed of approximately 800 km/h against high-speed targets.
- The integrated system allows operators to select the most cost-effective interceptor based on threat type, covering threats from small commercial drones to large tactical UAVs.
Spanish defense technology company ARQUIMEA has officially unveiled a new layered counter-UAS (C-UAS) air defense system at Eurosatory 2026, combining multiple interceptor types into a comprehensive defensive architecture capable of engaging a wide spectrum of aerial threats.
Modular Architecture with Four Interchangeable Interceptors
The system's core design philosophy centers on modularity, allowing operators to select freely from four different interceptor systems to build a customized engagement ladder—scaling responses from small commercial drones all the way up to large tactical UAVs.
Specifications of the Four Interceptor Systems
Q-SLAM-40 (Long Range)
The longest-range interceptor in the lineup, the Q-SLAM-40 is a dedicated counter-UAS UAV reported to achieve an intercept range of 40 km, making it suited for long-distance threat suppression.
Q-SLAM-80i (Medium Range)
The Q-SLAM-80i is a medium-range interceptor UAV with a range of 25 km and a top speed of 250 km/h, designed for mid-distance threat engagement.
Q-SLAM-5i (Short Range)
For close-in defense, the Q-SLAM-5i is a high-speed drone interceptor capable of reaching 350 km/h and equipped with a 0.4 kg warhead, optimized for rapid interception of small aerial targets.
Q-FOX Missile (Developed by AERTEC)
The fourth intercept option is the Q-FOX, a laser-guided interceptor missile developed by AERTEC. It offers a range of 4 km and a top speed of approximately 800 km/h, providing a missile-based solution against high-speed threats.
Integrated Detection, Tracking, and Command & Control
According to ARQUIMEA, the complete system integrates detection, tracking, command and control (C2), and multiple intercept options within a single architecture. This allows operators to select the most appropriate and cost-effective interceptor based on the nature and scale of the incoming threat.
Image credit: ARQUIMEA / Eurosatory 2026 Source: ARQUIMEA
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