WESCAM MX-15D
Multi-spectral electro-optical/infrared surveillance and targeting turret providing precision target acquisition for C-UAS systems.
System Overview
What It Is
The WESCAM MX-15D is a multi-spectral electro-optical/infrared turret system providing advanced surveillance and precision targeting. The MX-10 variant serves as the sensor payload for the VAMPIRE counter-UAS system.
How It Works
The turret combines multiple sensors including daylight cameras, infrared imagers, and laser systems on a highly stabilized 4-axis gimbal. For C-UAS applications, it provides the visual tracking data needed to guide kinetic interceptors like APKWS rockets.
Primary Capability
Multi-spectral EO/IR surveillance and precision targeting for airborne and ground-based C-UAS applications.
Combat Record / Operational History
Widely deployed; key targeting sensor for VAMPIRE systems currently operational in Ukraine.
Overview
The WESCAM MX-Series represents L3Harris's family of multi-spectral surveillance and targeting systems.
VAMPIRE Integration
The MX-10 variant serves as the targeting sensor for the VAMPIRE system, providing guidance data for APKWS rockets.
Technical Specifications
- Multi-spectral EO/IR sensors
- 4-axis stabilization
- Laser designator/rangefinder
- Target tracking
- Multiple sensor payloads
Compatible Platforms
Deployed By
Key Features
- Multi-spectral imaging
- High stabilization
- Laser designation
- Precision tracking
- Platform versatility
Advantages
- Proven system with global deployment
- Multiple sensor integration
- Works from moving platforms
- Day/night capability
Limitations
- Weather dependent
- Line-of-sight limited
- High cost