Latest naval surveillance radar Quadome by Hensoldt.

Quadome is a dual-mode, multi-mission surveillance radar for naval air- and surface-surveillance, providing naval forces and maritime security authorities with unprecedented situational awareness and extremely short reaction times.
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Artist rendering about the Quadome naval surveillance radar (Picture source: Hensoldt)

It features state of the art technology and is software-defined, thus being a future proof solution with an extended operational lifetime. Quadome builds on the reputation and track record of HENSOLDT’s naval tactical radar family, which has been very successful and has sold over 100 units during a 25-year timespan.

Equipped with the latest technology, Quadome provides rapid response and high precision, at an excellent price-performance ratio. The new-generation radar features the latest active electronically steered antenna (AESA) technology.

The Quadome advantage

Quadome features two main operational modes that simplify operator interaction and reduce operator workload. Surveillance mode is used for general surface and air surveillance, while the self-defence mode is employed for high-threat situations and target engagement, with helicopter support continuously available in either mode.

Quadome is aimed at the global market for tactical naval radar systems, mainly targeting offshore patrol vessels (OPVs), corvettes, light frigates and support vessels.

Because of its compact size, relatively low mass and excellent price-performance ratio, the Quadome radar brings 3D air surveillance and air defence capabilities to vessels that that may otherwise only have been fitted with 2D target-detection capability.

Quadome operational benefits

Designed for the modern operational needs in the naval domain, Quadome offers robust capabilities for the detection and tracking of small surface targets and accurate 3D tracking of small, low-flying, fast-moving air targets, ensuring effective threat evaluation, weapon assignment and a longer effector “keep-out” range due to fast track-initiation. Quadome operates in C-Band for operationally advantageous reasons, offering the best compromise for small- and medium-sized vessels demanding high performance.

Quadome ownership benefits

Clients will have the benefit of lower life-cycle costs, reduced user-effort due to lower workloads, training and skills and comprehensive modern support concepts. The lifespan of the product is also significantly extended with new-generation, future-proof technology that offers the ability to add new features as new threats emerge, using the software-defined architecture.