The FB-6A is a cutting-edge, vehicle-mounted Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) system designed to provide mobile forces with robust protection against low-altitude aerial threats, including fighter aircraft, attack helicopters, cruise missiles, and unmanned aerial systems (UAS). Developed for rapid deployment and high survivability in contested environments, the FB-6A integrates advanced radar, electro-optical targeting, and fire-and-forget missile technology into a single compact platform.
Mounted on a high-mobility 4×4 or 6×6 tactical vehicle, the FB-6A delivers all-weather, day/night operational capability with quick reaction times and network-centric warfare integration. It serves as a critical component of layered air defense networks, offering frontline units the ability to “shoot and scoot” — engage threats and reposition before enemy counter-battery detection.
Key Features
- Integrated Sensor Suite: Multi-mode pulse-Doppler search radar + dual-band EO/IR (infrared & TV) tracking system.
- 360° Target Coverage: Fully rotating turret with omnidirectional engagement capability.
- Dual Missile Configuration: Two ready-to-fire FN-16 missiles on trainable launcher pod.
- Fire-and-Forget Engagement: Uses imaging infrared (IIR)-guided missiles with advanced ECCM.
- High Mobility Platform: Based on off-road tactical chassis with CBRN protection and run-flat tires.
- Network-Enabled Operations: Compatible with battlefield C4I systems for radar cueing and coordinated defense.
- Quick Reaction Time: From alert to launch in under 10 seconds.
- Redundant Targeting Modes: Radar-guided, EO/IR-only, or manual backup for full electronic warfare resilience.
- Operator Safety: Fully armored cabin; remote operation capability from within vehicle.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| System Designation | FB-6A Mobile SHORAD System |
| Platform | 4×4 or 6×6 High-Mobility Tactical Vehicle |
| Vehicle Dimensions | ~6.2 m (L) × 2.5 m (W) × 3.2 m (H) |
| Vehicle Weight | 8.5 – 12 tons (depending on configuration) |
| Crew | 3 (Commander, Operator, Driver) |
| Max Road Speed | ≥ 100 km/h |
| Fording Depth | 1.2 m (with preparation) |
| Cruise Range | ≥ 800 km |
| Power Source | Diesel engine (300+ hp), 24V/28V electrical system |
| Search Radar Type | Pulse-Doppler, X-band AESA (Active Electronically Scanned Array) |
| Radar Detection Range | Up to 25 km (vs. fighter-sized target) |
| Tracking Sensors | Dual-Band EO/IR (3–5 μm & 8–10 μm), HD daylight camera |
| Missile Type | FN-16 (IIR-guided, fire-and-forget) |
| Number of Missiles | 2 (ready-to-fire); optional side rails for 4 additional reloads |
| Effective Engagement Range | 600 m – 6,500 m |
| Effective Altitude | 15 m – 4,000 m |
| Missile Speed | Mach 2.8 |
| Launcher Traverse | 360° continuous rotation |
| Elevation Range | -10° to +90° |
| Reaction Time | < 10 seconds (from alarm to launch) |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +60°C |
| Protection Level | STANAG 4569 Level 2 (ballistic), Level 2a (mine) |
| Communication | Secure V/UHF radio, Ethernet, MIDS/LVT data link |
| IFF System | Mode 5 / SIF, integrated with radar and tracker |
| Combat Support Time | ≤ 5 minutes (shoot-and-scoot cycle) |
Operational Capabilities
- Mobile Column Protection: Escorts mechanized convoys and armored units through high-threat zones.
- Point Defense: Secures forward operating bases, command posts, and logistics hubs.
- Urban Air Defense: Effective in complex terrain with limited line-of-sight and high UAV threat.
- Drone Swarm Defense: Rapid target handover between radar and EO/IR enables engagement of multiple small UAS.
- Networked Air Picture: Can receive cueing from external radars or UAVs for extended situational awareness.
System Integration & Export Options
The FB-6A supports open-architecture integration, allowing customers to interface with existing command systems, early warning radars, or anti-drone detection suites. Optional upgrades include:
- Laser warning receiver (LWR)
- RF detection module for drone jamming
- Additional missile reloads in armored pods
- Autonomous AI-assisted target prioritization
Comprehensive training simulators, maintenance kits, and technical support packages are available for international customers.
