Hanwha Systems Demo Shoots Down All Drones
A domestically developed laser weapon that can completely neutralize enemy drones at a low cost of about 2,000 won, approximately $1.48, has once again proven its operational performance.Hanwha Systems said it successfully completed a drone interception demonstration with the Laser Anti-Aircraft Wea
Hanwha Systems showcased its domestic laser weapon, the Laser Anti-Aircraft Weapon Block-I “Cheongwang,” and a combat vehicle-mounted high-energy laser gun during the "Army TIGER+ Future Warfare Integrated Combat Execution Training" on October 14. The event, attended by approximately 500 military officials and experts, including Army Chief of Staff Kim Gyu-ha, demonstrated the weapon's ability to neutralize enemy drones at a low cost of about 2,000 won, approximately $1.48.
The Cheongwang, the world's first operationally deployed laser weapon, accurately struck all three drones hovering in the air, while the combat vehicle-mounted gun, designed for enhanced mobility, also showcased its effectiveness. Developed by the Agency for Defense Development, Hanwha Systems contributed as the prototype manufacturer, making the weapon highly efficient as it can operate continuously for 24 hours without separate ammunition resupply.
The combat vehicle-mounted gun, with a 30 kW-class output, adopted advanced cooling technology to manage heat during high-output laser operations. The weapon had already recorded a 100% interception rate at the "2026 Defense Drone Technology Expo" in September, where Hanwha Systems also introduced a 50 kW laser armored vehicle, marking the company's plans for the next-generation lineup targeting the global air defense market.
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