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Marines to Arm Amphibious Vehicles Against Drones

August 7, 2026

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Key Takeaways

US Marines seek to arm amphibious vehicles against drones.
Anduril Industries' Pulsar-L system selected for counter-drone equipment.
The system must detect and disable drones within 2 kilometers.
Marine Corps aims to integrate the system by Q1 FY 2027.

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Strategic Implications

This move may indicate the Marines' growing concern about drone threats in amphibious operations. The selection of Anduril's Pulsar-L system suggests a preference for proven, adaptable counter-drone technology, which could set a precedent for future procurement decisions and may enhance the Marines' operational capabilities in contested environments.

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What Happened

Urgent Need Drives Sole-Source Contract for Counter-Drone Equipment

The US Marine Corps is moving to arm its amphibious vehicles with counter-drone equipment to address an urgent operational gap. The Marine Corps has selected Anduril Industries’ Pulsar-L system, which can detect and disable drones within 2 kilometers, for the Amphibious Combat Vehicle fleet. The system must be able to engage multiple drones simultaneously and adapt to new drone technologies without requiring frequent software updates. The Marine Corps aims to integrate the system by the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2027. This development was first reported by Defence Blog.

Source | Originally Published: August 3, 2026

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