Saudi Arabia Confirms Jaser Loitering Munition in Active Military Service.

Saudi Arabia has confirmed operational use of the Jaser loitering munition after it was displayed on the official Saudi Armed Forces stand at World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh. The public placement signals the Kingdom’s growing confidence in domestically produced precision strike systems and their role in modern battlefield operations.

At the World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, Serb Advanced Industries publicly presented the Jaser loitering munition on the official stand of the Saudi Armed Forces, effectively confirming the system’s active service with the Kingdom’s military. Displayed alongside other in service platforms, the Jaser’s presence suggests it has moved beyond testing and evaluation, marking a notable step in Saudi Arabia’s efforts to field locally produced precision engagement capabilities.
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The Jaser loitering munition developed by Serb Advanced Industries is displayed on the Saudi Armed Forces stand at the World Defense Show 2026 (Picture source: Army Recognition)

Serb Advanced Industries confirms that the Jaser is produced in series for the Saudi Armed Forces, with multiple units manufactured and delivered for operational use. Although the specific service branch operating the system is not publicly disclosed, the Jaser is presented as an asset supporting ground force operations, including infantry units, indicating its role at the tactical level rather than in strategic or experimental applications.

The Jaser is an electrically powered loitering munition launched from a pneumatic platform. It is designed to loiter over the battlefield before engaging designated targets, distinguishing it from reusable reconnaissance drones. The system is capable of engaging both fixed and moving targets, including vehicles traveling at speeds of up to 90 kilometers per hour. Its mission profile combines real-time operator control with the ability to strike pre-programmed coordinates, allowing flexible employment depending on operational requirements.

Equipped with both day and thermal imaging cameras, the Jaser provides operators with continuous visual feedback during flight. Target engagement can be conducted manually or through computer-assisted tracking, enabling automatic lock-on once a target is designated. Navigation and targeting are supported by satellite positioning, allowing the loitering munition to operate against targets beyond immediate line of sight.

The Jaser has a maximum take-off weight reported between 11 and 13 kilograms, depending on configuration. It carries a payload of approximately 3 kilograms, consistent with a compact warhead intended for precision strikes. The airframe has a wingspan of 2.08 meters and is optimized for short-range tactical missions. Endurance is stated at around 45 minutes, with an operational ceiling of up to 4,000 meters, enabling employment across varied terrain and threat environments. The system’s effective range reaches up to 60 kilometers, extending its usefulness beyond direct visual control.

The Jaser is operated by a two-person team, supporting rapid deployment and ease of use at unit level. The system incorporates protected communications between the control station and the munition, enhancing resistance to interference and reducing vulnerability during flight. Its relatively low weight and compact launcher allow for flexible positioning and redeployment in dynamic combat situations.

The presence of the Jaser loitering munition on the Saudi Armed Forces stand at the World Defense Show 2026 illustrates the growing incorporation of domestically produced precision strike capabilities into Saudi military inventories. As loitering munitions continue to proliferate across modern battlefields due to their combination of endurance, accuracy, and tactical flexibility, the Jaser reflects Serb Advanced Industries’ emergence as a local supplier of such systems and highlights Saudi Arabia’s broader effort to develop and sustain indigenous capabilities in increasingly sensitive segments of the defense sector.