UVision wins US Army follow-on suicide drone order

Israeli defense firm UVision Air, in partnership with US company Mistral, has won another contract to supply its Hero 120 suicide drones to the US Army. The new deal is valued at $50 million.

This order is a follow-up to a substantial multi-year contract initiated in October 2025, which was worth $982 million for the supply of these loitering munitions. The Hero 120 drone boasts a maximum range of approximately 40 to 60 kilometers and can operate for about an hour. It is designed to carry various warheads, capable of engaging both armored vehicles and personnel.

While UVision has its own US subsidiary, Mistral's Maryland base offers expertise in integrating security systems within the US. UVision is internationally recognized and collaborates with various global partners, including Germany's Rheinmetall. Together, they have developed an innovative containerized launch system for suicide drones, enabling swarm attacks and offering advantages like diverse launch platforms and camouflage.

The Hero family of loitering munitions provides front-line forces, including Special Forces, with long-range independent firepower. Advanced datalinks and real-time intelligence allow operators to maintain situational awareness and execute precise strikes in complex environments, with the option to abort missions if needed. UVision offers models like the Hero 30 for infantry and the Hero 120 for precision strikes on armored or fixed targets.