20+ years as a leader in stabilized imagery and laser targeting
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Hood Federal provides stabilized ITAR-compliant gimbals that integrate electro-optical cameras, infrared imagers, laser markers, designators, and various other sensor payloads. These advanced imaging systems are engineered to meet a wide range of commercial and defense-related needs. Each gimbal is designed to maintain precise focus and stability on a target while mounted on high-performance, constantly moving platforms.
Many
Thousands
Thousands
Delivered
2
MILLION
FLIGHT
HOURS
Hood Federal’s systems are optimized for the lowest Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) in the industry, ensuring maximum efficiency for customer platforms. With weight and power demands as low as half those of competitors, Hood Federal payloads enable longer flight durations and extended operational range without compromising performance.
To date, Hood Federal and its partners have delivered many thousands of units, with our equipment proving its reliability in over two million combat flight hours. This extensive experience ensures Hood Federal provides the reliability and consistent supply chain needed to meet the most demanding mission requirements.
06 SERIES
The 06 series is an industry leading, feature-dense, low SWaP range of gimbals with unparalleled performance. Laser targeting is available.
5.8 IN
diameter
2020 - 2800 g
WEIGHT
11 SERIES
The 11 series is Hood Federal's mid-sized family of gimbals, offering proven imaging and targeting performance in a traditional ball-style gimbal. This series of gimbals is responsible for a significant portion of fielded Group III flight hours.
10 IN
diameter
4700 - 6300 g
WEIGHT RANGE
14 SERIES
The 14 series is Hood Federal’s largest, most powerful family of gimbals, providing imagery and targeting capability that is competitive with products several times its size, weight, and power.
12.7 IN
diameter
10,200 g
WEIGHT
Raptor Pod
The Hood Federal Raptor Pod provides a simple, cost-effective way to add ISR and targeting capabilities to any fixed or rotary wing aircraft.
12.7 IN
diameter
80.3 in
LENGTH
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