The U.S. Army has awarded Sweden’s Saab a contract valued at approximately USD 46 million for the delivery of Giraffe 1X radar systems in support of security cooperation partners. The order, booked in the third quarter of 2025, includes deliveries beginning in 2026.
According to Saab, the Giraffe 1X radars will enhance the Army’s air defense and Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) capabilities.
“Saab’s Giraffe 1X radars bring the U.S. Army a combat-proven capability that can be rapidly deployed to meet the growing spectrum of global threats, including unmanned aerial systems,” said Erik Smith, head of Saab in the U.S. “What sets Giraffe 1X apart is its ability to combine advanced counter-UAS performance, at extended ranges, within a compact, mobile design that commanders can trust in any environment. With continuous, real-time air surveillance, Giraffe 1X equips the U.S. and its security co-operation partners with a decisive operational advantage, ensuring they can stay ahead of emerging challenges.”
The Giraffe 1X is a compact, lightweight 3D radar designed for mobile, deployable, or fixed use. It can be integrated across ground and naval platforms, offering multi-mission capabilities that include force protection, ground-based air defense, and sea surface surveillance.
The order reinforces the ongoing cooperation between Saab and the U.S. Army, highlighting international interest in modern radar systems adaptable to evolving operational requirements.