Command, Control, Communications & Computing—reimagined.
Anduril’s Menage family of C4 systems brings fully integrated, ruggedized, and expedition-ready capabilities to the edge and on the move—bridging the gap between strategic command and tactical execution. What Is the Menace Family?
At its core, Menace represents a suite of configurable expeditionary C4 solutions that merge power, processing, and connectivity in a lightweight, transportable format anduril.com. The platform is designed to support diverse mission environments—whether on land, sea, or in the air—by enabling persistent awareness and control via Anduril’s Lattice ecosystem.
Variants that Empower Different Missions
Menace-X (Vehicle-Based Platform)
Introduced in April 2024, Menace-X delivers vehicle-mounted C4 capabilities tailored for operation in denied, disrupted, intermittent, and limited (DDIL) communications environments. Key highlights include:
- Fits into Polaris MRZR or Oshkosh JLTV and is air transportable via MV-22, CH-53, MH-47, and C-130 aircraft.
- Supports airborne deployment—fully operational within minutes after aircraft roll-off.
- Runs Anduril’s Lattice C2 suite, enabling joint mission planning, analytics, threat detection, and automated targeting, plus real-time tasking across domains.
- Features software-defined communications, including mesh networking, AutoPACE for automatic link selection, and resilience across multiple comms pathways (LEO/GEO, UHF/VHF, HF, Link-16, ADS-B/IBS/AIS).
Menace-T (Compact Two-Case System)
Launched in May 2025, Menace-T distills Menace functionality into a highly portable, two-case unit that can be carried and deployed by a single person in minutes—no cables required. Noteworthy capabilities:
- Powered by Voyager compute and communications hardware with Lattice Mesh connectivity.
- Supports third-party software stacks and edge AI inferencing and training, enabling full mission-stack operation anywhere.
- Deployed successfully in varied environments—ground, maritime, and joint coalition scenarios—even where legacy systems struggle.
Proven Performance in real-world Operations
- During Northern Edge 23–1 (April–May 2023), Anduril deployed Menace units using both a 20-ft ISO container (Menace for ISO) and an ultra-light tactical vehicle (Menace for ULTV) for the USMC Warfighting Lab and USAF Test Center.
- These prototypes demonstrated classified mission planning, sensor fusion, and automated targeting in mobile, expeditionary form factors—integrated with Anduril’s Lattice platform.
- Menace systems showed real-time communications failover across fiber, cellular, and satellite networks, enhancing Agile Combat Employment readiness Anduril Blog.
Integration with Palantir’s Edge Software
In May 2025, Anduril’s Menace systems were designated as the preferred hardware platform for Palantir’s Edge software suite—enabling features such as Gaia and Target Workbench to run seamlessly at the tactical edge.
Why Menace Stands Out
| Feature | What It Means on the Battlefield |
|---|---|
| Expedition-ready | From vehicle-mounted to backpack-portable, designed for rapid deployment. |
| Lattice Integration | Cohesive operation across sensors, analytics, and targeting. |
| Comms Resilience | Auto-managed multiple pathways ensure reliable connectivity under fire. |
| AI & Edge Compute | Supports advanced software tools and autonomous workflows where bandwidth is scarce. |
| Vehicle & Palantir Support | Fit-for-purpose variants and compatibility with powerful C2 platforms like Palantir Edge. |
The Tactical Edge—Reinvented
Anduril’s Menace family redefines what C4 infrastructure means for frontline operations—no longer anchored to fixed sites, logistical convoys, or long setup times. Whether mounted on a light tactical vehicle, in two compact carry cases, or inside a 20-ft ISO container, Menace brings scalable, smart command and control directly to forward operators.
Lattice’s mesh networking and partnerships with platforms like Palantir further magnify situational awareness and targeting speed—closing the loop between sensing and effect in contested environments.
