
Rafael Unveils Hunter Eagle: A Warhead-Free, VTOL Kinetic Interceptor for Counter-UAS Missions
Israeli defense contractor Rafael Advanced Defense Systems has introduced the Hunter Eagle, a compact VTOL kinetic interceptor designed to neutralize low-altitude drone threats. Weighing between 5 and 10 kg, it uses an electro-optical seeker and a hit-to-kill mechanism — no warhead required — to minimize collateral damage. The system debuted at DSEI 2025, with its production version showcased at ILA Berlin 2026.
Source: Unmanned Airspace










