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L3Harris Technologies secures an $18 million contract with the UK Ministry of Defence to supply up to 50 T4 explosive ordnance disposal robots, enhancing EOD capabilities in confined urban spaces. The versatile T4 robots, known for their compact design and intuitive control, enable safe and effective threat neutralization, reinforcing national security efforts.

L3Harris Technologies has been awarded an $18 million contract by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to provide up to 50 medium-sized T4 explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) robots. These robots are designed to neutralize explosive threats in confined urban areas, bolstering the EOD capabilities of the British Army.

The contract encompasses the delivery of robots, in-country support, maintenance, and training. This initiative builds upon L3Harris’ successful completion of Project STARTER, where 122 T7™ systems replaced the previous fleet of large EOD robots and have been operational since 2019.

Lt. Gen. Simon Hamilton, Director General Land, Defence Equipment and Support, U.K. MOD, emphasized the significance of these robots in advancing the MOD’s land modernization efforts. The T4 robots, akin to their predecessors, the T7, are pivotal in meeting the evolving challenges of the future threat landscape. Their agility, modularity, and high capabilities are crucial for addressing diverse threats effectively.

Ed Zoiss, President of Space and Airborne Systems at L3Harris, underscored the readiness of the company to deliver these essential systems to the UK armed forces. The T4 robots, with their compact footprint and intuitive control features, enable operators to safely navigate and mitigate threats in smaller spaces, enhancing overall operational effectiveness.

This contract win with the UK MOD follows L3Harris’ successful bid for T4 and T7 variants with the Australian Defence Force, as part of their Land-154 program. These robots, slated for delivery from mid-2024 onwards, will augment EOD unit capabilities for improvised explosive device neutralization, exploitation, and route clearance.

Additionally, the U.S. Air Force has procured over 100 T7 robots to support EOD missions globally, with many already operational. This underscores the growing recognition of L3Harris’ robotic solutions for enhancing EOD operations across various defense forces.

In conclusion, the selection of L3Harris Technologies by the UK MOD for the provision of T4 EOD robots represents a significant milestone in strengthening national security capabilities. These advanced robotic systems will empower EOD operators to tackle explosive threats efficiently and safeguard lives in complex urban environments.