Safeguarding the future

Powerful and rugged multi-rotor
unmanned aerial systems.

Australian owned, designed and manufactured.
Engineered to sovereign capability standards.

Outpace threats to secure tomorrow.

Keelback isn’t here to follow. We lead. Built for speed, precision, and unyielding innovation, we engineer next-gen defence tech that gives our partners the edge – every time.

Where others may see complexity, we only see opportunity. When challenges arise, we move fast, solve hard, and deliver without compromise. In an industry where hesitation is failure, we outpace threats with game-changing solutions that work in the real world.

The future of defence isn’t a concept—it’s what we build, right now.

If you want results, you want Keelback.

The Mozzie

Unmanned Systems. Unlimited Mission Capability.

Australian owned,
engineered,
sourced,
and built.

True sovereign capabilities

Keelback products are manufactured in Queensland, Australia, adhering to globally recognised certifications and standards.

Our facility draws on 70 years of expertise in complex manufacturing to deliver proven sovereign capability for mission-critical operations.

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Mozzie - The compact UAS engineered for ISR superiority

The Mozzie meets Australia’s highest defence and security standards and is listed on the Department of Defence Sovereign UAS List, ensuring trusted, government‑grade performance for mission‑critical operations.

Developed with Australian Defence, the lightweight (sub‑2kg) Mozzie™ is a cost‑effective UAS engineered for sovereign military needs and equally suited to law enforcement, border protection, and civilian missions. 

It excels in training, surveying, photography, and ISR tasks, delivering near real‑time awareness. Built on advanced architecture, it offers rugged reliability, strong security, and modular payload flexibility.

02
MozzieX - Engineered to dominate the battlefield

The Mozzie X delivers combat‑ready capability with reliable lethality, engineered for extended reach across both open and urban terrain. With interchangeable payload options, it adapts to diverse mission requirements while maintaining resilient, consistent performance in harsh and highly contested environments.

Sovereign manufactured to ensure secure, compliant supply chains and rapid scalability, the Mozzie X is a production‑ready platform built for fast fielding and high‑volume deployment. Designed to meet the demanding operational standards of modern frontline forces, it provides a versatile, mission‑focused solution for dynamic and rapidly evolving battlespaces.

03
MissionHub - Effortless flight control for every mission

Take command with an intuitive Ground Control Station designed for seamless drone operations. From take-off to landing, MissionHub ensures precision and reliability with modular radios, mission-specific payloads, and quick-swap components for maximum readiness. It’s rugged, configurable, and built for critical operations that ensures mission readiness.

Keelback rapidly delivers sovereign UAS solutions ensuring mission-critical performance for defence, law enforcement, and commercial operations.
From initial concept to full-scale production, we integrate advanced engineering, rigorous testing, and precision manufacturing to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

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