General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc.

General Atomics Aeronautical - Sledgehammer Pod

Sledgehammer Pod

Crush Enemy Communications

Sledgehammer is a high-powered electronic attack pod that enables communications denial and information operations. From the wing of an unmanned or manned aircraft, Sledgehammer is designed to simultaneously deny enemy communication networks, disrupt command and control, and deliver information operation messaging. This one-of-a-kind pod augments low-density, high-demand electronic attack assets and supports both legacy and modern communication bands, strengthening persistent information dominance and spectrum warfare on the battlefield.

Key Benefits

Augments low-density, high-demand electronic attack assets with a persistent presence
Supports legacy and modern communication bands
Provides a variety of attack techniques and vectors to ensure successful denial, degradation, and delivery of information operations messaging

Mission Sets

Electronic Warfare
Information Operations

Specs

Dimensions: 125” x 29” x 25” | 317.5 cm x 73.7 cm x 63.5 cm
Weight: 600 lb | 272.2 kg
Power: 115 VAC, 11.5 vA

Sledgehammer

DETECT. DENY. DEFEND.

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Features

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MQ-9B - A Growing Track Record of Performance in the Maritime Domain

Unmanned aircraft have been revolutionizing intelligence, military, and so many other applications for years. Now their impact extends to the way navies operate at sea. Leading the way is the MQ-9B SeaGuardian®, which enables the most advanced navies, coast guard agencies, and other maritime authorities to patrol longer, detect more, and make existing units much more effective.