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BAE Systems Details AMPV C-UAS Prototype, Future Variant Potential With New Modular Top Plate

By Matthew Beinart

Monday, October 9th, 2023

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BAE Systems Details AMPV C-UAS Prototype, Future Variant Potential With New Modular Top Plate

BAE Systems' AMPV CUAS prototype at AUSA 2023 in Washington, D.C. Photo: Matthew Beinart.

BAE Systems on Monday unveiled a counter-drone prototype version of its Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV), with the payload integrated on a new modular top plate the company said opens possibilities for future variants of the platform. Jim Miller, BAE Systems’ vice president of business development, told reporters on Monday the company developed the new External Mission Equipment Package (ExMEP) top plate over the last year, which enabled the company to integrate the counter-UAS turret on the AMPV within 36 hours.…

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