Canada Becomes First International Customer for New L3Harris Compact Team Radio

Rhea-AI Summary

The Canadian Armed Forces has placed an order for over 1,000 units of L3Harris Technologies' new Compact Team Radio (RF-9820S). This acquisition aims to enhance communications from tactical levels to command centers. The radio is lightweight, easy to use, and can operate for over 20 hours on a single battery. It integrates seamlessly with other L3Harris communication systems and supports various operational waveforms. This order reinforces L3Harris' position in the tactical communications market and expands Canada's inventory of reliable tactical radios.

Positive

• The Canadian Armed Forces ordered over 1,000 Compact Team Radios, indicating strong demand.
• RF-9820S offers over 20 hours of continuous communication on a single battery.
• The radio enhances interoperability with joint forces, supporting modern battlefield needs.

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• None.

Highlights:

• Small, light and easy to use for operators at tactical edge
• Connects tactical-level information to command along with Falcon^® family of radios
• Allows infantry teams to spread farther out on battlefield while still staying connected

ROCHESTER, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Canadian Armed Forces has become the first international customer of L3Harris Technologies’ (NYSE:LHX) new Compact Team Radio, ordering more than 1,000 radios and kits to enhance communications from the tactical edge all the way to command headquarters.

The RF-9820S Compact Team Radio is an easy-to-use and ruggedized solution leveraging robust technologies from fielded and emerging company products. The recent order adds to Canada’s inventory of battle-tested L3Harris tactical radios, including the AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-163, which Canada recently selected as the Leader Radio for its Integrated Soldier System Project.

“The RF-9820S delivers the communications flexibility and interoperability warfighters require to face the multi-domain challenges of today’s battlespace,” said Bryant Henson, President, Tactical Communications, L3Harris. “This single-channel radio scales to current and emerging threats and enables direct interoperability with joint and coalition forces while providing the ability to spread farther across areas of engagement and share situational awareness information across the echelons.”

The newest addition to L3Harris’ Falcon^® family of radios offers more than 20 hours of continuous and reliable voice and data communications on a single battery and can seamlessly interface with other L3Harris solutions. The radio supports a broad portfolio of waveforms to power multi-mission and multi-mode operations, including wideband Mobile Ad Hoc Network (MANET) and narrowband voice and Position Location Information.

The radio’s accessories are interchangeable with the rest of the L3Harris Falcon family of radios and supported with in-field upgrades to emerging wideband and narrowband resilient waveforms.

About L3Harris Technologies

L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 47,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries. L3Harris.com.

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Natalie Ciao

Communication Systems

Natalie.Ciao@L3Harris.com

585-242-4312

Jim Burke

Corporate

Jim.Burke@L3Harris.com

321-727-9131

Source: L3Harris Technologies

FAQ

What recent order did LHX receive from the Canadian Armed Forces?

L3Harris Technologies (LHX) received an order for over 1,000 units of its Compact Team Radio from the Canadian Armed Forces.

How long can the RF-9820S operate on a single battery?

The RF-9820S can operate for over 20 hours on a single battery.

What capabilities does the RF-9820S provide for military communications?

The RF-9820S offers communications flexibility, interoperability, and supports various operational waveforms.

How does the Compact Team Radio enhance battlefield communication?

The Compact Team Radio allows infantry teams to spread out while maintaining connectivity with command.

Which existing radios complement the RF-9820S in Canada’s military inventory?

The RF-9820S complements Canada’s inventory of tactical radios, including the AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-163.