BAE Systems says Eurofighter operators outside the UK are showing strong interest in fitting Typhoon with the AGR-20A APKWS for the counter-UAS mission. The company says the RAF’s rapid integration and operational use in the Middle East have turned the weapon into a live reference case for the wider fleet.
Richard Hamilton said interest is coming from all 10 Eurofighter users, pointing to a broader retrofit market for low-cost precision interceptors and associated integration work. The appeal is straightforward: APKWS gives operators a cheaper shot against small UAVs than premium air-to-air missiles, while preserving high-end inventory for air combat.
The next test is procurement speed, not technical feasibility.