The EDM4S is a hand-held, trigger-actuated infantry-level drone neutralization solution for the modern battlefield. Of Lithuanian origination, the system is intended for use by military / security forces against small-to-medium unmanned aerial targets (drones). The solution is manufactured by NT Service UAB of Kaunas, Lithuania and the product was debuted at the 2019 Security and Counter Terror Expo in London. Its designation stands for "Electronic Drone Mitigation 4 - System".
The EDM4S is billed as a simple-to-operate, one-man, "point-and-shoot" anti-drone solution. The operator aims the system towards the intended airborne target and a pull of the trigger activates an Electro-Magnetic Pulse (EMP) effect resulting in a partial, or complete, interruption of the drone's communication signal(s). Depending on the complexity of the drone target, this may result in the aircraft falling out of the sky, reversing course (automatically) to return to its launch point or last waypoint, or executing an emergency landing. The weapon has a range out to 5 kilometers.
Thanks to its predominantly aluminum frame, the complete system weighs 12lb (5.5kg) and has an overall length of 41 inches (1,050mm) with the stock fully extended, 32.6 inches (830mm) otherwise. Its general arrangement is that of a standard infantry rifle complete with pistol grip / trigger unit and optics set. A 24V battery pack supplies the needed power and offers operating times in the range of 35 minutes for continuous use. An accompanying battery charger supplies battery renewal.
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May 2022 - The EDM4S drone jammer has been photographed in the hands of Ukrainian forces in its battle against Russia.
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✓Anti-Aircraft
Ability to engage low-flying aerial threats.
✓Special Forces
Qualities of this weapon have shown its value to Special Forces elements requiring a versatile, reliable solution for the rigors of special assignments.
✓Special Purpose
Special purpose weapon for a specially defined battlefield role.
✓Asymmetric Warfare
Design is highly variable / low-cost based on battlefield requirement and available materials; general use is in urban settings against an organized foe for high casualty count.
MAN-PORTABLE
Despite its size / weight, the product can be transported by foot infantry.
SILENCED FUNCTION
Supports silenced / suppressed actions - by way of silencer, suppressor, or subsonic ammunition - for clandestine operations.
SEMI-AUTO FIRE
Internal action allows release of single round per trigger pull, actuating a semi-automatic loading mechanism for successive shots.
REPEAT-FIRE CAPABLE
An automatic, or pseudo-automatic, function is built into the system, allowing for repeat firing to be achieved.
SCOPE-CAPABLE / SIGHTING ASSIST
Supports mounting of optics (scopes) to aid in accuracy for ranged fire.
GUERILLA WARFARE
Ease-of-use coupled with relative simplicity of combined components makes this entry a cost-effective solution for unconventional elements / fighting forces.
Overall Length
1,050 mm 41.34 in
Barrel Length
1,050 mm 41.34 in
Empty Wgt
12.13 lb 5.50 kg
Sights
Integrated Optics Set.
Action
Trigger Pull.
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Caliber(s)*
Not Applicable.
Rounds / Feed
35 Minutes of Battery Life.
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Max Eff.Range
16,405 ft (5,000 m | 5,468 yd)
EDM4S ("Electronic Drone Mitigation 4 System") - Base Series Designation.
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