Tactical Radios Market Report 2026

The tactical radios market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $13.66 billion in 2025 to $15.86 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing demand for secure and reliable battlefield communication systems, technological advancements in encryption and signal processing, growth in adoption of ruggedized radios for extreme operational conditions, rising defense budgets driving procurement of tactical communication equipment, early adoption of system integration and maintenance services for field-deployed radios.

The tactical radios market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $27.5 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.8%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of AI and software-defined radios for adaptive communication, rising adoption of network-centric and interoperable tactical radio systems, development of lightweight and energy-efficient radio devices, increasing investments in upgrades, modernization, and cybersecurity for tactical communication networks, expansion of vehicle-mounted and portable communication solutions for rapid deployment. Major trends in the forecast period include integration of secure software-defined radios for enhanced communication, adoption of multi-band and multi-network interoperability solutions, increased focus on ruggedized and portable devices for field deployment, enhanced encryption and cybersecurity protocols for tactical communications, expansion of training, support, and modernization services for tactical radio systems.

The rise in demand for wireless communication is expected to propel the growth of the tactical radio market going forward. Wireless communication refers to the transmission of information between devices without the use of physical wires or cables. The increasing demand for wireless communication is driven by technological advancements, growing mobility needs, rapid digital transformation, expansion of IoT ecosystems, the need for high-speed connectivity, and the cost-effectiveness and scalability of wireless networks. Wireless communication strengthens the capabilities of tactical radios by offering enhanced mobility, flexibility, interoperability, security, extended range, and improved situational awareness. For instance, in August 2025, according to Uswitch Ltd., a UK-based price comparison and switching website, the UK recorded 84.3 million active mobile subscriptions by the end of 2023, reflecting growth of more than 3% compared to 2022. Therefore, the rise in demand for wireless communication is driving the growth of the tactical radio market.

Major companies operating in the tactical radio market are developing advanced solutions, such as T-TAC, to gain a competitive edge in the market. T-TAC is a tactical satellite communication solution designed for government and enterprise markets. For instance, in March 2023, Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a UAE-based mobile satellite service company, launched T-TAC, a beyond-line-of-sight (BLOS) communications solution that allows operators on land, sea, and air to communicate seamlessly. This innovative system mitigates limitations in push-to-talk (PTT) communications in remote or isolated locations where line-of-sight systems are difficult to use due to distance or obstacles between field teams and headquarters. T-TAC provides secure communication by combining current tactical Very High Frequency (VHF) or Ultra High Frequency (UHF) radios with a converter that connects to Thuraya's satellites via a single-hop link, ensuring dependable BLOS communications without the need for costly terrestrial infrastructure.

In October 2023, Cyberlux Corporation, a US-based aircraft industry company, acquired Datron World Communications Inc. for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Cyberlux Corporation aims to expand its market offerings and strengthen its position as a more integrated leader in mission-critical defense technology, enhancing innovation and operational excellence in tactical communications, unmanned aircraft systems, and global security. Datron World Communications Inc. is a US-based manufacturing company that provides tactical radios.

Major companies operating in the tactical radios market are RTX Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, Northrop Grumman Corporation, 3M Company, BAE Systems plc, Thales Group, L3Harris Technologies Inc., Motorola Solutions Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., Leonardo DRS Inc., Curtiss-Wright Corporation, Viasat Inc., Rohde & Schwarz GmbH KG & Co, Cobham Limited, ASELSAN A.S., Iridium Communications Inc., Sepura Limited, Codan Limited, Savox Communications Ltd., Thuraya Telecommunications Company, Silynx Communications Inc., Radmor S.A, Rolta India Limited, Television Equipment Associates Inc.

North America was the largest region in the tactical radios market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the tactical radios market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on tactical radio components such as encryption modules, antennas, and ruggedized electronics have increased production costs and disrupted global supply chains, particularly affecting vehicle-mounted and portable radios in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. This has slowed adoption and deployment for military and defense operations. On the positive side, tariffs encourage local production and assembly, prompting manufacturers to invest in domestic supply chains, improve cost-efficiency, and strengthen regional manufacturing resilience.

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Tactical radios refer to communication devices developed for military or emergency response, allowing soldiers, units, or command centers to communicate securely and reliably in the field. These radios help in providing effective command, control, and communication on the battlefield, overcoming the historic difficulties of interoperability and communication breakdowns during essential military operations.

The main types of tactical radios are vehicle-mounted and handheld or portable. Vehicle-mounted tactical radios are communication equipment installed in military vehicles that allow soldiers to communicate while on deployment. It works in ground-based platforms, naval-based platforms and airborne platforms for army, navy, air force, land, and special operation forces (SOP) applications.

The countries covered in the tactical radios market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The tactical radios market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as system integration, training and support, maintenance and repair, consulting and advisory, frequency management, security and encryption, and upgrades and modernization. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The tactical radios market also includes sales of radios, antennas, encryption modules, power supplies, accessories, ruggedized computing devices, and vehicle mounting kits. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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