Stark Defence

Cascade

In Development

Tube- or canister-launched one-way effector for simultaneous multi-round launch from vehicles, vessels or ground tubes. Folding wings, modular warhead up to 4.5 kg, GNSS-free terminal guidance, under 20 kg for launcher plus effector so more than ten fit on one vehicle. Range 40, 60 or 100 km depending on battery.

Latest update Sep 18, 2026

Cascade

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Current status

Unveiled 8 June 2026 with a UK launcher partner. On 18 September 2026 North Defence said it would integrate Cascade across manned light vehicles and UGVs. No production-contract value disclosed.

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Specifications3

Range
40 / 60 / 100 km depending on battery
Dive speed
Up to 220 km/h
Payload
Up to 4.5 kg

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Upcoming milestones1

Announced next steps from Stark Defence that mention Cascade.

  1. 2026-2027

    Field Cascade from vehicles via the North Defence integration

    The 18 September 2026 North Defence partnership is the first named vehicle integration for the tube-launched effector. A working fit on a manned light vehicle or UGV, and any follow-on UK or allied order, would show Cascade is more than a show stand.

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