Mobilicom launches SkyHopper Tactical wearable SDR with Q3 2026 evaluations
MOB•Mobilicom launched SkyHopper Tactical, a wearable software-defined radio designed for contested electronic warfare and GPS-denied environments, with multi-controller drone handoff, mesh networking and relay range extension features. Initial operational evaluations are slated for Q3 2026, targeting Tier-1 defense OEMs and autonomous mission scenarios.
1. Product Launch and Purpose
Mobilicom introduced SkyHopper Tactical, a new wearable software-defined radio aimed at expanding its tactical edge communications portfolio for autonomous drone and loitering munition operations based on U.S. Department of War requirements.
2. Key Technical Features
SkyHopper Tactical leverages Mobilicom’s ICE cybersecurity suite and supports point-to-point, multipoint, mesh and relay topologies, enabling multi-controller drone handoff, relay-based range extension and swarm operations in GPS-denied, congested electromagnetic environments.
3. Market Positioning
Building on the March 2026 SkyHopper MultiBand debut, the Tactical variant targets Tier-1 OEMs and defense customers, strengthening Mobilicom’s offering for forces operating in contested electronic warfare and complex terrain.
4. Deployment Schedule and Outlook
Mobilicom expects initial operational evaluations of SkyHopper Tactical in Q3 2026 and plans to showcase the platform at XPONENTIAL 2026 and Loitering Munitions USA, positioning for future contract awards and field deployments.
