KNDS France Develops New Generation LARINAE Anti-Tank Loitering Munition.

KNDS France, the French division of the European defense consortium KNDS, has announced a significant milestone in the development of its next-generation loitering munition, LARINAE. This advanced weapon, engineered for precision strikes against armored vehicles and main battle tanks, represents a major leap in land defense technology.
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During Eurosatory 2024, a defense exhibition in Paris, KNDS France displayed its new LARINAE anti-tank loitering munition.  (Picture source: Army Recognition Group)

The LARINAE loitering munition boasts an impressive autonomy of three hours and an operational range between 80 to 120 kilometers. Developed in collaboration with EOS Technologie and TRAAK, LARINAE is equipped with a core-generating warhead (CGN), designed to penetrate and neutralize even the most formidable armored threats, including those equipped with advanced active protection systems.

In a recent breakthrough, KNDS France successfully conducted long-range secure communication trials, essential for the operational effectiveness of LARINAE. These trials demonstrated the capability of maintaining a secure radio link between an operator and a ground platform over a distance of up to 7 kilometers in open terrain. Additionally, a reliable connection was achieved up to 80 meters inside a naval ship during tests with the French Navy. These trials are crucial as they confirm the robustness of the communication systems used for LARINAE, ensuring reliable control over the munition throughout its mission range.

The tested secure radio link system is designed to function over distances up to 80 kilometers, a critical feature for the LARINAE loitering ammunition program. The success of these trials marks a significant step forward, ensuring that operators can maintain command and control of the munition in various operational environments.

The first live demonstrations of the LARINAE munition, equipped with an inert charge, are scheduled for early 2025. These demonstrations will further validate the munition's capabilities and operational readiness, paving the way for its deployment in modern military arsenals.

KNDS France, through its partnership with Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (Germany) and Nexter (France), continues to lead in the innovation and development of cutting-edge defense solutions. The LARINAE loitering munition is set to become a pivotal asset in future combat scenarios, providing unmatched precision and effectiveness against armored threats.