Raytheon Unveils New APG-82(V)X AESA Radar With GaN Technology

Raytheon has unveiled the APG-82(V)X, the latest variant of its APG-82 radar system, featuring gallium nitride (GaN) technology to boost range and operational effectiveness.

The radar’s upgraded design delivers expanded air-to-air, air-to-ground and electronic warfare capabilities. As an active electronically scanned array (AESA) system, it uses thousands of transmit and receive modules that allow rapid switching between transmitting and receiving signals. This enables faster detection, tracking and engagement of aerial threats, including cruise missiles, drones and advanced fighter aircraft.

The system is designed to ensure faster decision-making and improved situational awareness in contested environments.

The radar’s GaN technology extends range without requiring additional power and incorporates open architecture standards for scalability. With higher processor speeds and next-generation software, the APG-82(V)X is intended to provide capability improvements for current and future combat aircraft.

Development of the radar has started at Raytheon’s El Segundo, California facility, while production will utilize existing manufacturing lines in Forest, Mississippi.