HENSOLDT launches DL-6000 data link solution at IDEX 2025

HENSOLDT, the global sensor solutions provider, announced the launch of the DL-6000, its sixth-generation data link solution, at IDEX 2025. Engineered to deliver exceptional security and reliability, the DL-6000 enables seamless, long-range, line-of-sight HD video and telemetry data exchange across multiple platforms.

The DL-6000 is an IP-based, high-data communications link that sets a new standard in video and telemetry transmission. Being internet protocol (IP) based, it provides the transmission of secure, high-definition video and telemetry data from unmanned and rotary-wing airborne platforms to ground-based command and control centres. Several radios may be networked together, enabling distributed payload and platform control, as well as display capabilities.

“In modern defence and communications systems, the interconnection between technologies determines the real tactical and strategic advantage. The DL-6000 serves as the critical backbone that seamlessly connects sensors, platforms and operators, ensuring real-time data exchange for mission success," says Marcus Reuter, Key Accounts Manager of the HENSOLDT South Africa’s Radar business unit.

Future performance today

The terminal is a software-defined radio (SDR), incorporating system-on-module (SOM) architecture, which provides users with future-proof flexibility and performance adaptability to changing operational requirements. It also offers full backwards compatibility with the HENSOLDT DL-5000 range of data links.

Reliable hardware for high mission readiness

Engineered for performance, reliability, and ease of use, the DL-6000 is designed to maximise mission effectiveness while minimising life-cycle costs. Its modular and flexible support concept ensures long-term sustainability and operational efficiency.

Robust anti-jamming and interference-resistant technology

Our robust spread-spectrum technology ensures a low probability of intercept (LPI) and low probability of detection (LPD) and provides excellent anti-jamming capabilities, which allows the DL-6000 to withstand challenging electromagnetic warfare environments, ensuring secure and uninterrupted communications.

Big performance – increased survivability

With a stable, range-independent downlink data rate, the DL-6000 airborne terminal provides operators with excellent data throughput in the most demanding operational environments. Due to its inherent low latency, fast, accurate and reliable data and video allow the operator and the command team to make confident, expedited decisions when it matters most – ensuring advantage over threats and increased survivability.

Small package – simple integration

The DL-6000 is a complete data link solution bundled into a single STANAG-4586-compliant radio, specially optimised for ease of integration within manned and unmanned platforms due to its smaller, single-form footprint and wide range of discreet data and video interfaces.

Need localisation? – we have it covered

HENSOLDT has a strong track record of supporting sovereign development initiatives. “We realise the strategic significance of localisation initiatives and therefore can work closely with partners to position DL-6000 to benefit in local capabilities,” says Reuter.

We look forward to welcoming visitors to IDEX 2025 at HENSOLDT’s Stand B13 in Hall 8 to share our innovations and learn more about the power and versatility of the DL-6000 data link.