U.S. Marine Corps to Acquire Counter-Drone Systems from Anduril for Amphibious Combat Vehicles
The U.S. Marine Corps plans to negotiate a sole-source contract with Anduril Industries for counter-drone systems for its Amphibious Combat Vehicle fleet. This move addresses an urgent operational gap in detecting and neutralizing small drone threats, with integration expected to begin in early Fiscal Year 2027.
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The U.S. Marine Corps is set to procure counter-drone systems from Anduril Industries for its Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACVs) in response to a critical operational gap identified in their capabilities.
The Marine Corps issued a Notice of Intent on August 3, 2026, to negotiate directly with Anduril for the Pulsar Lite MKI-RX/TX 4CH system. The ACVs, produced by BAE Systems, are currently unable to detect or neutralize drone threats, necessitating this urgent acquisition.
The planned system must function effectively in both land and maritime environments, supporting operations at ranges of 2 to 5 kilometers. The Marine Corps aims for delivery of over 50 units within 12 months, aligning with its integration timeline scheduled for early 2027. The decision follows a precedent where the Army has already utilized Anduril's systems, strengthening the case for quick procurement to mitigate identified risks.
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