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13 June 22. GM Defense Announces New Entity to Drive International Expansion. GM Defense is taking an important step to further expand its offerings across the globe by announcing a newly formed entity, GM Defense International. The new entity will extend GM Defense’s reach into global markets in support of U.S. allies and partners’ transition to a more electric, autonomous and connected future. GM Defense will continue to operate as a subsidiary of its parent company, General Motors, reporting into GM President Mark Reuss.
Powered by GM, GM Defense leverages proven commercial technologies to develop highly agile, customized solutions to enhance warfighter capability. With reach into GM’s world-class manufacturing and global supply chain, GM Defense can scale to nearly any level of production while providing its customers access to maintenance and support on a global scale. GM Defense will also leverage GM’s $35 billion investment in transformational technologies to support its global defense and government customers’ use of electrification, autonomy and connected vehicles across the battlespace.
“Forming GM Defense International will drive our continued expansion as we leverage GM’s rich legacy of innovation in support of global defense and government customers,” said Steve duMont, president of GM Defense. “As a non-traditional entrant to the defense market, we continue to receive positive feedback on our ability to bring commercial technologies forward at the speed that our customers require in these complex times. As we continue to explore opportunities across North America, Europe, the Middle East, the Indo Pacific region and beyond, we look forward to leveraging commercial technology to modernize the mobility capabilities of allied armed forces around the world.”
The creation of GM Defense International enables GM to expand its global presence across international defense and government markets. Establishing a well experienced and proven team to build and nurture customer relationships, GM Defense International will focus on the unique requirements of its global customers operating in dynamic and evolving environments.
BATTLESPACE Comment: The GM Defense ISVs are being procured under the US Army’s ISV programme, which aims to provide Infantry Brigade Combat Teams (IBCTs) a lightweight vehicle with increased speed during combat operations. The Editor accepted with alacrity the invitation from GM Defense to drive the vehicle in the USA. GM is offering the vehicle to a number of overseas armies including Canada with Ukraine show in recent interest. Having been shown the vehicle and the number of payload options, the Editor sees it as a serious contender for the UK’ light vehicle requirement to replace the Pinzgauer with the Royal Marines, 16th Air Assault Brigade and the new Ranger Battalion. GM Defense is considering showing the vehicle on the Off-Road track at DVD.
14 June 22. Milrem Robotics and FN Herstal demonstrate intelligent combat UGV at Eurosatory. The European leading robotics and autonomous systems developer Milrem Robotics and the leading firearms manufacturer FN Herstal demonstrate the THeMIS Combat unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) equipped with the deFNder® Medium Remote Weapon Station (RWS) and intelligent functions at Eurosatory 2022.
The THeMIS Combat UGV provides direct fire support for manoeuvre forces and acts as a force multiplier. With the deFNder® Medium remote weapon station, it offers high precision over wide areas, day and night and increases stand-off distance, force protection and survivability for dismounted soldiers.
The THeMIS UGV is equipped with Milrem’s Intelligent Functions Kit (MIFIK) that allows autonomous mobility such as follow me, return home, point-to-point navigation and obstacle detection and avoidance. Autonomous functions are strictly limited to mobility only. The weapon system is controlled only by a human operator.
“Being part of many combat UGV assessment programs around the globe we have seen that these systems considerably increase the capability of units, especially small units,” said Cpt (res) Jüri Pajuste, Defence Research and Development Director at Milrem Robotics. “Their benefit comes from higher firepower and mobility and most of all through changing tactics. UGV’s are not just technology gadgets, but useful tools to win conflicts,” Pajuste added.
“We are proud to demonstrate the capabilities of our deFNder® Medium on Milrem Robotics’ THeMIS this year again”, said Igor Klapka, VP Systems for FN Herstal. “The number of applications addressed to with our RWS is growing to successfully include unmanned ground or aerial vehicles, and radio-frequency control, whilst the armament remains operated by the human operator. The deFNder® Medium is a stabilized RWS capable of automatically tracking and classifying potential targets, in particular to overcome the latency constraint of any wireless communication of UGVs.”
The THeMIS Combat will be demonstrated twice a day at the demonstration area during Eurosatory 2022.
About Milrem Robotics
Milrem Robotics is the leading European robotics and autonomous systems developer and systems integrator. In addition to the THeMIS the company is known for the Multiscope UGV and the Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle. The first is intended for civilian use (forestry and firefighting), the Type-X RCV is a wingman for mechanized units.
Milrem Robotics is the leader of a consortium awarded 30.6 MEUR from the European Commission’s European Defence Industrial Development Programme (EDIDP) to develop a European standardized unmanned ground system (UGS). During the project, titled iMUGS, modular and scalable architecture for hybrid manned-unmanned systems will be developed to standardize a European wide ecosystem.
13 June 22. The Israel Ministry of Defense will begin testing a robotic unmanned vehicle (M-RCV Medium Robotic Combat Vehicle), developed by the Ministry’s Directorate of Defense Research and Development (DDR&D), the Ministry’s Tank and APC Directorate, and Israeli security industries.
The robotic combat vehicle will be unveiled today at Elbit Systems’ pavilion at the Eurosatory Defense and Security Exhibition. The vehicle includes a new robotic platform type BLR-2 made by BL, a 30 mm autonomous turret developed by the Tank and APC Directorate for the “Eitan” APC, Elbit Systems’ “Iron Fist” Active Protection System, fire control and mission management systems, and robotic autonomous kit, in addition to situation awareness systems. The vehicle also features a capsuled drone for forward reconnaissance missions, and a passive sensing kit developed by Elbit Systems and Foresight.
The technological demonstrator, led by the Ministry of Defense’s DDR&D and the Tank and APC Directorate, integrates a number of cutting-edge technologies including advanced maneuvering capabilities, the ability to carry heavy and varied mission loads, and a built-in system for transporting and receiving UAVs.
The vehicle will also incorporate sights, an Israel Aerospace Industries missile launcher, and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems’ “Spike” missiles. The M-RCV’s capabilities include a highly autonomous solution for forward reconnaissance, and controlled lethality in all-terrain conditions. It is operational during the day and night in all-weather scenarios, while emphasizing operational effectiveness, simplicity, minimum operator intervention, and integration into heterogeneous unmanned arrays.
The system was developed as part of the autonomous battlefield concept led in the DDR&D in collaboration with the Tank and APC Directorate while implementing an open architecture for integrating future capabilities and integrating the robot alongside other tools and capabilities.
The system is a joint product of many years of investment by the DDR&D and the Tank and APC Directorate and is expected to start field tests during 2023 in representative scenarios.
13 June 22. A new tank for a new era – Rheinmetall presenting KF51 Panther at Eurosatory 2022 – a game changer for the battlefields of the future. Rheinmetall is debuting its new KF51 Panther at Eurosatory 2022. The latest member of Rheinmetall’s family of tracked vehicles (KF is short for “Kettenfahrzeug”, i.e., tracked vehicle), the KF51 Panther is destined to be game changer on the battlefields of the future. The main battle tank concept sets new standards in all areas – lethality, protection, reconnaissance, networking and mobility. Rheinmetall will be unveiling the vehicle at a ceremony on Monday, 13 June 2022 at 14:00 at Stand F241-240.
All weapon systems are connected to the commander’s and gunner’s optics and the fire control computer via the fully digitalised NGVA architecture. This enables both a hunter-killer and a killer-killer function and thus instantaneous target engagement – in the future also supported by artificial intelligence (AI).
Lethality: With its main armament, the 130mm Rheinmetall Future Gun System, the KF51 Panther offers superior firepower against all current and foreseeable mechanised targets. In addition, further armament options are available to provide concentrated firepower for long-range strikes and against multiple targets.
The Rheinmetall Future Gun System (FGS) consists of a 130 mm smoothbore gun and a fully automatic ammunition handling system. The autoloader holds 20 ready rounds. Compared to current 120 mm systems, the FGS delivers over fifty percent greater effectiveness at significantly longer ranges of engagement. The FGS can fire kinetic energy (KE) rounds as well as programmable airburst ammunition and corresponding practice rounds.
A 12.7 mm coaxial machine gun complements the main weapon. Several options for the integration of remotely controlled weapon stations (RCWS) offer flexibility for proximity and drone defence. The KF51 Panther presented at Eurosatory 2022 is equipped with Rheinmetall’s new “Natter” (adder) RCWS in the 7.62 variant.
Integrating a launcher for HERO 120 loitering munition from Rheinmetall’s partner UVision into the turret is equally possible. This enhances the KF51’s ability to strike targets beyond the direct line of sight.
Survivability and force protection: The Panther has a fully integrated, comprehensive, weight-optimized protection concept, incorporating active, reactive and passive protection technologies. Without a doubt, the concept’s most compelling feature is its active protection against KE threats. It increases the level of protection without compromising the weight of the system.
Rheinmetall’s Top Attack Protection System (TAPS) wards off threats from above, while the fast-acting ROSY smoke/obscurant systems conceals the KF51 from enemy observation. Moreover, its digital NGVA architecture enables integration of additional sensors for detecting launch signatures. Thanks to its pre-shot detection capability, the KF51 Panther can recognize and neutralize threats at an early stage. Designed to operate in a contested electromagnetic environment, the KF51 is fully hardened against cyber threats.
Controllability and networking: The KF51 Panther features an innovative operating concept. It is basically designed for a three-person crew: the commander and gunner in the turret and the driver in the chassis, where an additional operator station is available for a weapons and subsystems specialist or for command personnel such as the company commander or battalion commander.
Designed in accordance with NGVA standards, the tank’s fully digital architecture enables seamless integration of sensors and effectors both within the platform as well as into a networked “system of systems”. Operation of sensors and weapons can be transferred instantly between crew members. Each operator station can take over the tasks and roles from others, while retaining full functionality. Since the turret and weapons can also be controlled from the operator stations in the chassis, variants of the KF51 Panther with unmanned turrets or completely remote-controlled vehicles are also planned in the future.
Reconnaissance and situational awareness: Thanks to the panoramic SEOSS optical sensor and EMES main combat aiming device, the commander and gunner are both able to observe and engage targets independently of each other, both day and night, while a stabilized daylight and IR optic with integrated laser rangefinder is available to both. In addition, via a display in the fighting compartment, the crew has a 360°, round-the-clock view of the vehicle’s surroundings. Integrated, unmanned aerial reconnaissance systems enhance the crew’s situational awareness in built-up areas and in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. With these, the crew can also conduct reconnaissance under armour protection and share the results with other actors in a networked manner.
Mobility: The KF51 Panther builds on the mobility concept of the Leopard 2. With an operational weight of just 59 tons, it delivers far greater mobility than current systems and has a maximum operating range of around 500 kilometres. Without prior preparation, it fits into the AMovP-4L profile, something no other current main battle tank upgrade can do. Consequently, the KF51’s tactical and strategic mobility set it apart.
Logistics: Thanks to Rheinmetall’s innovative development approach, users, maintenance specialists, logisticians and procurement experts from all current and future user nations can play an active role in shaping the vehicle’s future. Rheinmetall has longstanding experience in establishing global supply chains in order, in cooperation with user nations, to make sure that a large share of production is carried out in-country, thus helping to create and/or preserve sovereign capabilities and capacities.
Future viability: In developing the KF51, Rheinmetall not only set out to modernize existing main battle tank concepts. Starting from scratch, it completely reconceived the platform. The KF51 Panther can be easily updated and equipped with the latest capabilities and functions. Its advanced, modular, open NGVA system architecture enables iterative development, which can then be updated in harmony with innovation cycles. The KF51 is the first representative of a new generation of combat vehicles. Soon, future innovations will enable environmentally friendly peacetime operations and further optimization regarding automation and combat effectiveness.
13 June 22. Teledyne FLIR Defense Announces New Kobra 725 Multi-Mission, Modular Robot. Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), announced today at Eurosatory the launch of its new Kobra™ 725 modular robot. The tracked multi-mission platform delivers new capabilities and technology upgrades to the Kobra 710 unmanned ground system, with the lift capacity and mobility customers demand for operations in the harshest conditions.
The Kobra 725 provides unmatched power and payload support in an easy-to-operate package. The robot’s advanced manipulator arm can lift heavy loads and stretches to a height of nearly four meters to access hard-to-reach places. At less than 250 kg, the rugged Kobra 725 is highly maneuverable, even in rough terrain, climbs stairs, and even surmounts jersey barriers. New technology includes full-HD cameras, wide angle visual/thermal mobility cameras, field-swappable radio modules, and AES-256 encryption.
Kobra 725’s features make it ideally suited for military applications such as Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD)/counter-vehicle-borne IED missions, remote CBRN detection, weapon integration, and reconnaissance, as well as other tough jobs from building safety and hazmat inspections to nuclear power maintenance.
“Our new Kobra 725 delivers a range of upgrades and enhancements that address increasingly complex situations troops are facing on frontlines right now,” said Dr. David Cullin, vice president and general manager of Unmanned and Integrated Solutions at Teledyne FLIR Defense. “This multi-mission robot gives users a powerful, highly mobile system that keeps them out of danger areas as they evaluate and mitigate threats.
“We’re proud to offer the Kobra 725 and to continue innovating this vital platform for defense and industrial customers,” Cullin added.
Key features of the Kobra 725 include:
* Improved Mobility: With a top speed up to 13 km per hour, the Kobra 725 excels in getting down range fast, allowing operators to quickly interrogate a device or target.
* Powerful and Compact: Kobra delivers heavy lift capacity yet stows down into a compact footprint and is easily transportable, even in small vehicles.
* Versatile, Rugged Design: The platform is highly configurable, designed to handle dangerous battlefield situations in all weather conditions, such as route clearance, breaching, and vehicle-borne IEDs.
* Superior Communications: MPU5 high-performance radio with Wave Relay® MANET and MIMO technology allows Kobra 725 to penetrate deeper into complex structures and further down range than ever before.
* Cutting Edge Technology: Typical configuration includes a mast-mounted HD PTZ camera as well as several universal payload ports and mounting points to attach and integrate numerous accessories, such as thermal cameras, mine clearance tools, rangefinders, LIDAR, X-ray equipment, CBRN sensors, weapons, and more.
In 2019, the U.S. Army selected the FLIR Kobra as its Common Robotic System-Heavy (CRS-H) robotic platform and approved a five-year production contract to build upwards of 350 unmanned ground vehicles. In November 2021, the Army announced it had begun fielding CRS-H robots. (Source: ASD Network)
12 Jun 22. Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) will be presenting the BOXER tracked vehicle system for the first time at the EUROSATORY 2022 defence trade fair. KMW will also be demonstrating its systems house expertise with a variety of variants ranging from the wheeled bridge layer to the wheeled howitzer RCH 155, the world’s first artillery system that can fight the battle while in motion. KMW and NEXTER also highlight their leading positions in battle tank systems under the umbrella of the holding company KNDS. KMW is underlining its battle tank expertise by presenting the LEOPARD 2 A7, enhanced with the world’s most sophisticated active protection system: the Trophy. The EMBT technology carrier demonstrates the capabilities of French-German cooperation. BOXER tracked The tried and tested BOXER system taken to the next level. The innovative tracked drive module has an increased level of protection and mobility that is otherwise only comparable to that of heavy tracked vehicles. Since the BOXER tracked is conceptually based on the modular system of the BOXER vehicle family, the drive module can be combined with all BOXER mission modules already introduced. PRESS CONTACT Knut Peters Senior Vice President Strategy and Corporate Communications Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG Krauss-Maffei-Str. 11 80997 Munich, Germany Phone: +49 89 8140 4675 www.kmweg.com SOCIAL MEDIA Krauss-Maffei Wegmann @kraussmaffeiwegmann 2 | 3 EMBT The EMBT technology carrier demonstrates the capabilities for successful and effective French-German cooperation. The experimental chassis of the EMBT was combined with an innovative new turret concept.
In addition to testing already integrated technologies, the EMBT also enables operation by 2, 3 or 4 men. EMBT is ready for the future integration of ASCALON (140mm) and other turrets. LEOPARD 2 A7 The major features of the LEOPARD 2 A7 include the Trophy active protection system, which detects and destroys incoming projectiles, a powerful power supply, new NBC and air-conditioning systems and the integration of C4 I systems. The modernisation of the drive train and further weapon stabilisation optimisation during travel enhance the vehicles’ agility and combat efficacy. BOXER RCT30 The mission module of the IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle) variant features a fully stabilised, crewless, remotely controllable turret with state-of-the-art optical and optronic sights that enable 360° all[1]round observation, detection and identification of targets at long range. The airburst-capable, fully stabilised, automatic 30 mm machine gun makes it possible to engage targets with precision accuracy, even while in motion. The familiar turret construction from the PUMA provides a crew compartment for ten soldiers.
RCH 155 The Remote Controlled Howitzer 155 (RCH 155) is a highly mobile artillery system with superlative crew protection. The RCH 155 is the world’s first artillery system that can fire while in motion. Refined from the combined arms approach, the complete autonomy of the overall system in command, navigation and fire control as well as its system-related stability opens up entirely new deployment options (e.g. firing at moving targets, camp protection, etc.). Thanks to the network-based system architecture of the RCH 155, it will also be 3 | 3 possible to implement autonomous driving and action (remote[1]controlled) in the future. LEGUAN on BOXER The bridge module allows the BOXER to mount and lay LEGUAN elements of different lengths and weight classes. It can lay a 22- metre (MLC50) or 14-metre bridge (MLC100) in just a few minutes. This bridge can be mounted by other LEGUAN bridge systems (e.g. on LEOPARD 2). BOXER Recovery When equipped with the recovery module, all variants of BOXER vehicles can be recovered. The mission modules can also be exchanged with the recovery module without the use of further systems. The recovery module can also be operated without the drive module. MULTIBOX power pack/wheel Our MULTIBOX solutions make logistics more effective and efficient – no matter where. Thanks to its high degree of user orientation, it offers all necessary service solutions all the way to the deployment site. The integrated skid system in this variant ensures that the engine and tyres are ready for use again as quickly and easily as possible. This MULTIBOX variant can be used for all types of large spare parts. Krauss-Maffei Wegmann, a member of the German-French defense technology group KNDS, leads the European market for highly protected wheeled and tracked vehicles.
14 June 22. Teaming with Mercedes-Benz and ACS: Rheinmetall presenting Caracal airborne vehicle family. The Eurosatory 2022 trade fair will see the premiere of the Caracal airborne vehicle family. In partnership with Mercedes-Benz and ACS Armoured Car Systems, Rheinmetall has tailored the new versatile and highly mobile 4×4 vehicle family to the requirements of platforms for airborne or special operations units. Now the new vehicle system, designed to the highest Original Equipment Manufacturer standards, will be presented for the first time to a wider circle of professionals.
The new family of airborne Caracal vehicles is based on the latest G-class chassis for rescue and special operations. The Caracal features maximum mobility, a lightweight design and optionally mountable protection elements for countering ballistic and landmine threats. Its 249 horsepower, six-cylinder Euro III diesel engine gives the 4,900 kg vehicle a top speed of 140 km/h.
The Caracal’s compact design makes it possible to airlift up to two vehicles in the cargo hold of a CH-53K King Stallion or CH-47F Chinook transport helicopter, which can also carry it as underslung cargo.
Thanks to its unique modular design and two available wheelbases, the Caracal can be employed in a variety of roles during airborne operations – as a basic troop carrier or medical support vehicle, for example, or as supply vehicle – all on one automotive platform.
The Caracal will be ready for full-scale production starting in 2023. Rheinmetall offers full lifecycle support for a period exceeding twenty years.
Eurosatory 2022 takes place in Paris 13 to 17 June. Under the motto “Move – Sense – Strike”, Rheinmetall is showcasing part of its comprehensive range of products and activities there. Occupying an exhibition area of around 3,000 square metres, Rheinmetall’s presence this year will be its biggest ever at Eurosatory. The emphasis is on reconnaissance capabilities, networkability, mobility, survivability and lethality on the battlefields of the future. We look forward to welcoming you at Stand F241-240 in the outdoor area behind Hall 6!
14 June 22. Germany signs a Statement of Intent to join CAVS 6×6 vehicle programme. Germany has signed a statement of intent to join the Finnish-led, Common Armoured Vehicle System, CAVS programme. The official joining agreement is due to be signed before the end of 2022. Germany will be the fifth country to join the first stage of the multinational cooperation. Finland, Latvia and Estonia entered into the programme in 2019 and Sweden in 2021. Patria as the chosen provider of 6×6 vehicle platform is responsible for system development within CAVS.
The joint programme is open to other countries sharing similar requirements with the mutual consent of the participating countries. Within the CAVS programme Latvia has ordered more than 200 personnel carrier armoured vehicles in August 2021, of which Patria has delivered already over a dozen. Finland signed a letter of intent in August 2021 for 160 new personnel vehicle carriers and pre-series deliveries for Finland take place in June. Sweden signed an R&D agreement earlier this month for the research and product development phase.
“Patria 6×6 is a modular solution that can cover a wide range of needs. The interest from Germany towards the CAVS programme is yet another proof of a great concept. Having new parties involved in the programme benefits everybody in the form of improved mobility and maintenance capacity as well as increased cost-effectiveness” says Hugo Vanbockryck, Head of Market Area Europe at Patria.
13 June 22. Otokar displays 6 armored vehicles at Eurosatory 2022. Otokar, Turkey’s global land systems manufacturer participates in Europe’s largest defense industry exhibition, Eurosatory 2022, on June 13-17, in Paris, France. During the 5-day exhibition, Otokar will promote its wheeled and tracked armored vehicles as well as its capabilities in land systems.
Otokar will be at Hall 6 Stand B-51 presenting the following vehicles:
* TULPAR Medium Tank, with COCKERILL 3105- 105 mm turret system
* TULPAR Infantry Fighting Vehicle, with 30 mm RAFAEL SAMSON Remotely Controlled Turret
* ARMA 8×8 Multi-wheeled Armored Vehicle, with 30 mm OTOKAR MIZRAK Remotely Controlled Turret
* ARMA 6×6 Multi-wheeled Armored Vehicle, with 25 mm OTOKAR MIZRAK Remotely Controlled Turret
* COBRA II MRAP Mine-resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle
* COBRA II Personnel Carrier
Pointing out that Eurosatory is one of the most important events of the defense industry; Otokar General Manager Serdar Görgüç said, “As a global player in defense industry, we are delighted to exhibit our vehicles again at Europe’s largest defense industry event. In 1990s when Otokar decided to exhibit Turkey’s first armored vehicle abroad, our first choice was Eurosatory. Since then this exhibition is particularly important for us to meet our current users and develop partnerships with potential users. We are proud to be here with 6 vehicles of different types and features from our broad product range.”
Reminding Otokar is a listed NATO and UN supplier, Görgüç continued: “Otokar’s military vehicles are actively in service in more than 35 countries and more than 55 end users in different climates and geographies around the world. Our combat proven know-how in land systems and related R&D, engineering and testing capabilities as well as our wide product range put us at the forefront of the global defense industry. We analyze different needs and expectations of our users, simulate these requirements in house and develop solutions that meet these requirements in the fastest manner. As a global brand in international defense industry, we are closer to our current and potential users at Central Asia and Gulf Region more than ever, thanks to our subsidiary companies “Otokar Central Asia” and “Otokar Land Systems”. We constantly continue to improve our capabilities and look for expansion opportunities in different regions. We are proud that today Otokar stands apart in the defense industry, not only with its proven land platforms but also global know-how, engineering, R&D and technology transfer capabilities.”
ARMA – MULTI-WHEELED ARMORED VEHICLE FAMILY
At Eurosatory Otokar displays multi-wheeled armored vehicles ARMA 6×6 and ARMA 8×8 with its own design MIZRAK Remotely Controlled Turret.
The ARMA multi-wheeled vehicle range is a combat-proven IFV family and a modular platform for various missions. ARMA meets survivability, protection level, and mobility requirements of modern armies’ in combat and peace keeping operations. In addition to its high combat weight and spacious interiors, the ARMA range also draws attention with its low silhouette. Thanks to an amphibious kit, the vehicle can swim in the water without any preparation and travel up to 8 kph.
The armored monocoque body with high ballistic and mine protection is a modular platform that allows the integration of mission equipment or weapon systems in different specifications. ARMA can be used with weapon systems ranging from 7.62 mm to 105 mm, and provide a suitable platform for command and control, engineering, ambulance, recovery and similar vehicle variants.
TULPAR: ARMORED TRACKED VEHICLE
Otokar exhibits two different variants of TULPAR armored tracked vehicles, with two different turrets; 105 mm COCKERILL 3105 and 30 mm RAFAEL SAMSON Remotely Controlled Turret.
TULPAR Armored Tracked Vehicle stands out with mobility, high firepower, and survivability features. TULPAR is designed as a multi-purpose vehicle with variants ranging from 28000 kg to 45000 kg to fully satisfy the future global requirements. Future-oriented perspective of modularity is to increase operational flexibility by using common components and a common chassis over wide range of vehicle variants. TULPAR comes in several variants that share common subsystems.
Tested in the toughest climates and on rough terrain by different users worldwide, TULPAR boasts best-in-class ballistic and mine protection with modular armor technology and armor structure that can be configured and scaled according to threats.
In addition to providing an effective solution in missions that require high fire power, TULPAR can serve in all kinds of combat environments from urban, built-up areas and light bridges to woodlands and all terrains especially soft surfaces where main battle tanks are unable to operate due to their heavy weights.
COBRA II – WHEELED ARMORED VEHICLE
COBRA II offers high level of protection, payload capacity, and large internal volume. In addition to superior mobility, COBRA II APC also comes with the capacity to accommodate 10 personnel including the driver and commander, offering high protection against ballistic, mine and IED threats. Delivering high performance in the toughest terrain and climate conditions with high power to weight ratio, COBRA II is tested rigorously in different parts of the world, on toughest terrain and climate conditions, and made thousands of miles. Preferred especially for offering a wide range of weapons integration and mission equipment options, COBRA II is successfully in service for border protection as well as internal security and peacekeeping missions in different users. The modular structure of COBRA II also makes the vehicle a flexible platform to be used as a personnel carrier, weapons platform, ground surveillance radar, CBRN reconnaissance vehicle, command control vehicle, and ambulance. Otokar exhibits the Personnel Carrier version of the COBRA II at Eurosatory.
COBRA II MRAP: COBRA II Mine-resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle (COBRA II MRAP) is developed to ensure high survivability in risky areas. The vehicle provides superior protection for the crew against ballistic, mine and IED threats while maintaining high cross-country mobility in battlefield conditions with its independent suspension system. It is specifically designed to provide high reliability, ease of maintenance.
With its modular design, COBRA II MRAP provides high payload and spacious internal space for integration of weapon systems and mission equipment. The vehicle can be configured with alternative seating layouts for up to 11 personnel with 3 or 5 door configurations as per specific user requirements.
13 June 22. Tyron introduces new military vehicle runflat solution. Tyron is exhibiting at Eurosatory on stand #E700 in Hall 5a. Tyron Runflat’s innovation in developing run flat solutions is further enhanced with the launch of the new All-Terrain Rubber (ATR) EasyFit. The new solution is designed to sit between Tyron MultiBands and full ATR-MP and ATR-SP all terrain rubber runflat systems currently supplied widely into the defence marketplace.
The new ATR-EasyFit fills a significant gap in the market for lightweight rubber runflat solutions for light armoured vehicles running on 16” wheels right through to 22.5” wheels used on military and commercial logistics vehicles.
“Lightweight 4×4 vehicles with standard wheels are used for multiple critical military and security applications including special forces, border guard and small logistics vehicles and trailers,” Peter Simson, Director, Tyron Runflat, said. “Many of these vehicles are operating with no protection against tyre strike or rapid deflation, leaving the occupants at risk.
“The ATR-EasyFit is designed to give these vehicles a low-cost, simple to install safety boost that allows vehicles to keep moving following tyre deflation or puncture so that they can return to base safely.”
The options for vehicles of this type were previously limited to MultiBands or full, multi-piece runflat systems. The ATR-EasyFit provides a new cost-effective, lightweight option for this vehicle profile, combining the mobility advantages of the multiband with the shock-absorbing benefit of rubber runflats.
The system has a steel core for strength, with a rubber outer that gives protection against kerb strikes, road debris and uneven terrain. It is based on a carbon ratchet system to reduce weight, and its preconnected cabling design allows it to be fitted without specialist tools and equipment for simple fit and removal in the field.
The ATR-EasyFit offers up to 50km runflat capability, allowing the vehicle to maintain mobility during and after a tyre strike event and continue moving to a place of safety with one or more tyres deflated.
To go with the new EasyFit system, Tyron will also be showcasing a new 18” high load Toyota LC300 wheel at Eurosatory 2022.
13 June 22. Texelis introduces new approach to wheeled armoured vehicle electrification. Texelis is exhibiting at Eurosatory 2022 on stand C258 Hall 5A. Texelis introduces a new approach to wheeled armoured vehicle electrification for military operators looking to take the next step towards a greener battlefield. Texelis’ solution combines proven electric vehicle components in order to offer a much faster route to vehicle electrification than whole-vehicle electric design programmes. These solutions can be implemented on existing wheeled military vehicles to retain the advanced mobility of traditional drivelines, while harnessing technologies to enable the two most pressing requirements from military users: the ability to export electric power to charge soldier systems, and to run in full-electric silent mode for limited periods.
The approach is made possible by Texelis’ unique engineering expertise in designing vehicle architectures for military vehicles used by leading land forces around the world. Whether working with off-the-shelf or built-to-spec components, Texelis’ vehicle mobility knowledge enables the integration of transmissions, transfer cases, axles and driveshafts with leading-edge electronic technologies to produce electrified drivelines for the current armoured vehicle market – including retrofit onto existing wheeled vehicle fleets.
For operators looking to continue to implement the ultimate electric vehicle architecture, the next step is the in-wheel electric hub drive developed between Texelis and QinetiQ. This combines Texelis’ proven T750 suspension system with QinetiQ’s in-wheel electric hub drive into a traction drive system that supports the transition from conventional powertrains to electric powertrains in combat vehicle architecture.
“What we are seeing from our customers is that the appetite to shift to the whole in-wheel electric hub drive is being overtaken by a need to implement quick changes to existing vehicle architectures, so that they can begin benefitting from green energy on the battlefield more quickly,” said Jean Vandel, Managing Director Defence at Texelis. “We have shown this new, staged approach to existing users of our mobility systems and we’re getting overwhelmingly positive feedback at how quick and simple it can be to implement on their current vehicle fleets.
“We may be a relatively new player in military electric vehicle technologies, but thanks to our deep knowledge of vehicle driveline and complete mobility systems together with our experience in providing electric axles for the mass transit market, we can apply the very best of our engineering experience to produce leading solutions for today and tomorrow’s battlefield.”
In addition to offering this incremental approach to existing vehicles, Texelis also offers the option as part of its MR400 advanced mobility solution. The MR400 mobility solution for highly strategic and mobile military protected vehicles comprises a full vehicle driveline, including axle, powerpack, suspension, steering, cooling, exhaust and electrical systems.
This Texelis mobility solution delivers exceptional off-road mobility with air transportability, whilst simultaneously supporting a high payload capacity. Derived from the solution designed for the French DGA’s lightweight 4×4 VBMR vehicle as part of the SCORPION programme, the MR400 is a de-risked mobility solution for customers seeking ambitious, high performance mobility for integration on military 4×4 armoured vehicles.
“Whether users are looking to integrate the MR400 mobility solution with an existing vehicle hull or use it as the basis of a new vehicle design, we can offer the option to include hybrid electric components to required levels,” Vandel said. “The MR400 offers the ultimate mix of Texelis expertise and we look forward to meeting with new partners at Eurosatory 2022 to show them the future of battlefield mobility.”
13 June 22. Elbit Systems Portfolio of Turrets will be on Full Display During Eurosatory 2022. The ‘Sabrah’ 105/120mm light-tank turret will be presented for the first time, onboard the ASCOD AFV. Elbit Systems’ ‘Sabrah’ light-tank turret will make its public debut during Eurosatory 2022. The 105/120mm Manned /Unmanned turret will be presented integrated onboard the ASCOD Armored Fighting Vehicle (Hall 6, D567).
The ‘Sabrah’ Light Tank turret is the latest generation of two-man/optionally unmanned turret. It features an automatic loader, the COAPS gunner sight, panoramic day and night self-stabilized sights, fire control system, the Iron Vision Head Mounted Display, the Iron Fist Active Protection System, and he TORCH-X Command and Control system. The “Sabrah” light-tank solution provides a unique combination of powerful fire capability, improved situational awareness, enhanced protection and high maneuverability.
In addition, two MT30 Manned 30mm turrets will be displayed. One integrated onboard the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) as part of the Hanwha Defense presentation (Hall 6, B567), and a second onboard an ASCOD IFV in the booth of General Dynamics European Land Systems (Hall 5A, E851). The 30mm turrets to be showcased onboard both the Redback and ASCOD IFVs integrate the latest in sensors, fire control, weapons and active protection systems including the Iron-Fist Active Protection System, the Iron Vision see-through helmet-mounted display technology, the COAPS panoramic day and night sight and the SPIKE LR2 missiles capability.
Elbit Systems’ turret solutions and turret technologies are integrated onboard a range of armored vehicles across the globe with manufacturing and support facilities in three countries.
Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager of Elbit Systems Land, commented: “This impressive display of turret solutions attests to the leading position we hold in this area and to the depth of our cooperation with platform manufacturers. Our turret solutions have been proving their mission effectiveness time and again. I am proud of our capacity to manufacture locally and of our track record of know-how sharing.”
13 June 22. Milrem Robotics and Pearson Engineering collaboration continues with obstacle moving. capability. Following the successful integration of Pearson Engineering’s Light Weight Mine Roller to Milrem Robotics’ Type-X at DSEI 2021, the companies have continued their collaboration with a new integration for Eurosatory.
The two companies have successfully integrated Pearson Engineering’s straight obstacle blade, demonstrating the ability for Type-X to accept multiple types of Front-End Equipment to meet the demanding requirements of the modern battlefield. The blade being exhibited is designed to clear a 5 tonne obstacle and includes advanced pressure release features which ensure any abnormally high loads do not damage the host vehicle. The obstacle blade has been fitted using the same vehicle integration kit used at DSEI and exemplifies the rapid interchangeability inherent within Pearson Engineering’s design approach.
Business Development Director Mr Richard Beatson explained: “Robotic Combat Vehicles (RCVs) are the subject of much discussion and development, but it is yet to be fully determined how they will be used in an operational environment. Our collaboration highlights the possibilities for RCVs to undertake mobility, counter-mobility and survivability tasks, ensuring their own independent manoeuvre, and potentially supporting other vehicles to achieve their missions in the way that a typical armoured combat engineer vehicle would do”.
The Type-X Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) provides equal or overmatching firepower and tactical usage to a unit with Infantry Fighting vehicles. “Equipping it with Front-End Equipment gives mechanized units another critical capability and removes the need to jeopardise the lives in manned vehicles to perform high risk tasks”. explained Cpt (res) Jüri Pajuste, Director of Defence Research at Milrem Robotics.
The Type-X can be fitted with a cannon up to 50 mm. With a weight of 12 tons and efficient power management the vehicle has superior terrain capabilities. Its height of 2.2 m and a rear engine provide low visual and heat signature. The vehicle is equipped with intelligent functions such as follow-me, waypoint navigation and obstacle detection with Artificial Intelligence being part of the algorithms.
In recent years, Pearson Engineering has turned its attention to the development of products to support manoeuvre for a wider range of vehicles, equipping Main Battle Tanks to move around the battlefield unimpeded and enhancing other vehicles’ abilities to defeat ordnance and other obstacles.
Milrem Robotics is the leader of a consortium awarded 30.6 MEUR from the European Commission’s European Defence Industrial Development Programme (EDIDP) to develop a European standardized unmanned ground system (UGS). During the project, titled iMUGS, modular and scalable architecture for hybrid manned-unmanned systems will be developed to standardize a European wide ecosystem.
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