Rogue 1 has entered its Block 2 phase.
Teledyne FLIR Defense pulled the curtain back on the upgraded loitering munition at Special Operations Forces (SOF) 2026, adding longer range, improved autonomy, and a new anti-armor payload.
From 6 miles (10 kilometers), the upgraded version now doubles its operational range to 12 miles (20 kilometers).
It also introduces an Android-based ground control system and incorporates “shaped charge jet” technology to improve effectiveness against hardened targets.
Redesigned propellers optimize performance for long-range transit and high-speed attacks, while upgraded battery cells increase endurance by 20 percent.
Block 2 software updates include track landing, improved mapping and visualization, and more resilient GPS-denied navigation through fused thermal and daylight imaging.
Onboard computing upgrades enable higher levels of autonomy, while dual-band radios extend communications range and improve resilience in electronic warfare conditions.
“Over the last two years, Rogue 1 has delivered critical successes for customers, and the Block 2 upgrades represent the next evolution of that mission,” said Tung Ng, vice president of unmanned systems North America at Teledyne FLIR Defense.
“These advancements prove our commitment to maintaining Rogue 1 as one of the most versatile precision strike options … through a more capable, durable, and future-ready platform.”
The loitering munition is now available for orders, with deliveries scheduled to begin this year.
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Designed for infantry use, Rogue 1 is a man-portable, tube-launched vertical takeoff and landing drone with a speed of 70 miles (113 kilometers) per hour.
It is equipped with electro-optical and thermal sensors for target identification and tracking, paired with a gimballed payload to enhance imaging stability and strike accuracy.
The system is designed for contested environments, including scenarios where GPS and communications are degraded or disrupted.
It can be operated by a single soldier without a dedicated launcher or vehicle support, and is capable of engaging both armored vehicles and soft-skinned targets.
