Rapid. Scalable.

Lethal.                  

The Icarus Lethal Payload is a self-contained system requiring only power and a command signal, eliminating complex integration burdens.

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ARCHITECTURE

COMPATIBILITY

POWER

Standalone payload + ESAD


Group I SUAS (Picatinny Rail)


Low-Voltage (Command Signal Only)


VARIANTS

Anti-Personnel, General Purpose, EFP

The ICARUS Lethal Payload is a self-contained lethal payload system requiring only power and a command signal, eliminating the complex integration burden.

With a true "click-in" architecture, Icarus provides immediate, modular strike capabilities. Standard Picatinny rail mounting ensures compatibility across multiple Group I SUAS platforms without requiring deep aircraft integration.

It is field-packable, scalable, and built for speed—both in the air and in the acquisition pipeline.

Capabilities

Ultra Simple Integration
Standalone payload combined with an Electronic Safe and Arm Device (ESAD). Plug-and-play design requires zero overhead and no deep platform integration.

Modular Effects, Common Architecture
Swap effects based on the target while maintaining the exact same ESAD and interface across all variants: Anti-Personnel (steel or tungsten frag), General Purpose (blast/frag), and EFP (armor penetration via copper liner).

SOCOM-Aligned Low Voltage ESAD
Designed directly to meet SOCOM’s demand for low-voltage ESAD architectures. Operates with minimal power and a command signal only, with a roadmap to upgrade to High Voltage capabilities.

Field Packable + Prepackaged Flexibility
Payloads are provided unpacked for field assembly, enabling safer logistics and highly scalable deployment for both operational and training units. Plans are actively in place to upgrade to production-ready prepackaged payloads.

Development Status

Proof & Maturity

  • Arena testing with SOCOM within 4 weeks

  • Actively entering safety review board processes (designed for JSWSR alignment)

  • Scalable Production: NM facility co-located with EMRTC

  • In-house explosive prep and established DOT certification path

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Whether you are looking to arm Group I systems or streamline your logistics footprint, we can discuss payload configurations, ESAD specifications, and integration testing.

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