Red Cat Holdings is fitting its Blue Ops unmanned boats with the Bullfrog AI-driven weapon system, giving them the ability to hunt hostile drones in real time.
The move follows a new agreement with Allen Control Systems, which will test how Bullfrog can plug into Red Cat’s intelligence, surveillance, and command networks.
Under the Futures Initiative, the effort aims to push autonomous counter-drone and precision-strike capabilities across multiple operational domains.
“Allen Control Systems brings innovative autonomous precision technology that complements our Family of Systems approach,” said Jason Gunter, Red Cat vice president of tech and innovation.
“By working together, we strengthen our ability to provide interoperable, American-made solutions that enhance survivability and mission effectiveness for US and allied forces.”
The push reflects a broader drive to field homegrown autonomous systems faster, as the US military looks to stay ahead in an increasingly drone-heavy battlefield.
A Compact Drone Killer
Bullfrog is an autonomous, vehicle-mounted turret built to spot and take down drones using either machine guns or non-lethal countermeasures.
Built to fit NATO-standard vehicles, it uses fully passive sensors and reportedly misses fewer than 2 percent of targets
The system weighs just 165 pounds (75 kilograms) and is capable of engaging targets up to 800 meters (2,625 feet), offering a nimble, lightweight option for drone defense.
Powered by computer vision and artificial intelligence, and armed with an M240 machine gun, Bullfrog delivers precise 7.62mm fire against fast-moving targets in the air.
