Indumil Unveils Advanced Aerial Munition at ExpoDefensa 2025
At ExpoDefensa 2025 in Bogotá, Indumil introduced its innovative Air GADCI High-Explosive (H.E.) grenade, tailored for modern unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations. This new aerial munition represents a crucial advancement in precision-strike capabilities, positioning Indumil as a leader in the evolving landscape of military ordnance.
Technical Specifications of the GADCI H.E.
The GADCI H.E. is a 60mm high-explosive grenade designed specifically for deployment from both rotary and fixed-wing UAV platforms. Key features include:
- Construction: Its robust steel shell is optimized for effective fragmentation, enhancing destructive capability.
- Flight Stability: Equipped with a stabilizing tail section, the grenade ensures precise trajectory and alignment during both vertical and angled deployments.
- Safety Features: The MID-70 mechanical spool fuse complies with MIL-STD-331D, providing conditional arming and diminishing sensitivity to environmental shocks—crucial for airborne munitions.
- Payload Composition: Internally, the grenade contains 140 grams of TNT, providing a reliable impact against soft targets, light vehicles, and fortified positions, all while remaining inert during transport.
This exceptional balance of firepower and safety allows the GADCI H.E. to be an effective component of contemporary military arsenals.
Compatibility and Versatility
The aerodynamic design and weight of the GADCI H.E. permit deployment from a range of small- to medium-class UAVs. Its compatibility aligns with various UAV carriage racks and electronic release systems, assuring seamless integration into existing military operations. Furthermore, it adheres to NATO safety standards, reinforcing routine force protection protocols.
Tactical Applications
Designed for both precision strikes and area denial, the GADCI H.E. amplifies the strike capabilities of tactical drones in scenarios demanding agile and decisive fire support. Its programmable deployment options allow for customized mission profiles, minimizing collateral damage and enhancing operational effectiveness in high-density urban environments. Potential applications include:
- Target Suppression: Engaging hostile forces in real-time.
- Access Denial: Restricting enemy movement to fortified positions.
- Area Clearance: Supporting operations aimed at clearing terrain of adversaries.
- Engagement of Light Armor: Disabling lightly armored vehicles effectively.
Modular Design and Future Prospects
The GADCI H.E. was showcased at ExpoDefensa for its modular design and flexible programming capabilities. These attributes align closely with the increasing demand for precise, scalable firepower in modern warfare contexts. As military operations become more reliant on unmanned systems, the operational flexibility offered by such munitions becomes even more paramount.
Indumil’s introduction of the GADCI H.E. not only positions it at the forefront of drone-compatible munitions but also aligns with global trends favoring modular weaponry. This platform not only meets current operational demands but sets the benchmark for future developments in both domestic and international markets.
In the evolving domain of aerial warfare, the GADCI H.E. signifies a progressive step towards achieving greater operational efficiencies with unmanned systems, ultimately shaping the future of aerial combat.
Visual Insights
For a closer look, review the operational imagery showcased at the event, highlighting the GADCI H.E.’s design and potential applications in real-world scenarios.
Photos by J. Roukoz
