Giraffe 1X Radar

Full Specifications

Giraffe 1X Radar Mobile Short Range Air Surveillance

The Giraffe 1X radar is a compact, mobile air surveillance system built to detect fast moving and low signature threats close to the battlefield. Designed for short range air defense and force protection, it focuses on modern challenges such as small drones, helicopters, cruise missiles, and low flying aircraft. Its light weight design allows rapid deployment by ground forces that need situational awareness without relying on fixed radar sites. For US and allied operators, Giraffe 1X fills the growing gap between traditional air defense radars and counter drone sensors.

Manufacturer

Giraffe 1X is developed by Saab, a Swedish defense company with a long history in radar and electronic warfare systems. Saab designed the system as part of the broader Giraffe radar family, emphasizing mobility, network integration, and high reliability in contested environments.

Speed and Range

The radar provides a detection range of up to about 75 kilometers depending on target size and altitude. It can track high speed aerial targets, including supersonic aircraft, while maintaining strong performance against slow and very small objects like quadcopter drones. The system offers full 360 degree coverage with rapid update rates, making it suitable for dynamic combat zones.

Cost and Price

Saab does not publish an official unit price. Open source defense estimates place the cost in the low millions of US dollars per system, depending on configuration, support equipment, and integration options. This positions Giraffe 1X as a relatively affordable solution for short range air surveillance.

FAQs