Drone Killer Cartridge Training Device

The U.S. Army’s Training and Readiness Accelerator II (TREX‑II) is seeking a prototype training device that simulates the “Drone Killer Cartridge” for force‑on‑force training against unmanned aircraft systems. The device must work with a soldier’s issued weapon, replicate both 5.56 mm ball and 7.62 mm cartridge effects, have a range of 125‑150 m, and produce a 3 m effects circle at 125 m. Size, weight, and battery life are critical, and the solution must be integrated into existing training platforms. • Replicate 5.56 mm and 7.62 mm ammunition effects for UAS training. • Must be compatible with standard issued weapons and meet IWS performance. • Required range: 125‑150 m; effects radius: 3 m at 125 m. • Prototype size, weight, and battery endurance are key selection criteria. • Development funded through the TREX‑II program to accelerate warfighter readiness.