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Did Australia acquire MQ-4C Triton high-altitude long-endurance UAS?

Yes. In 2026, Australia acquired MQ-4C Triton high-altitude long-endurance UAS, 4 (3 in service; 4th due 2028) units from Northrop Grumman (United States). Status: IOC declared 22 Sep 2026 by RAAF (with MC-55A…. Reported by The Aviationist, 'RAAF Declares Initial Operational….

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Year2026
ItemMQ-4C Triton high-altitude long-endurance UAS
Quantity4 (3 in service; 4th due 2028)
SupplierNorthrop Grumman (United States)
Value—
Statusdelivered
SourceThe Aviationist, 'RAAF Declares Initial Operational Capability for MQ-4C Triton and MC-55A Peregrine', 2026-09-22; Australian Minister for Defence release via globalsecurity.org, 2026-09-22

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