Designation: | Samson |
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Manufacturer: | RAFAEL Armament Development Authority Ltd. | |
Product type: | Turrets | |
Name: | Remote controlled weapon station |
Samson - All-round battle-proven solutions for low-to-high intensity combat threats.
Globally integrated on thousands of fielded ground and naval platforms, RAFAEL'S Samson family of advanced RWS capitalizes on extensive combat experience with a deep understanding of emerging military needs. All of the RWS elements utilize more than 90% tested and qualified Manufacturer Off-the-Shelf (MOTS) hardware and software. All these render SAMSON the most cost-effective solution for securing optimal operational capabilities while minimizing risks.
The Samson design underscores crew survivability and safety. Reduced environmental emissions and a low noise level inside the crew compartment ensure better crew workload performance.
- Robust design for wheeled and tracked vehicles without modifications
- Accommodates multiple weapons (Eastern and Western)
- Proven first-hit accuracy
- Lightweight, safer alternative to the traditional turret
- Maximum survivability design, including RAFAEL's below-deck ammunition reloading system
- Integrated Automatic Target Tracking (ATT), Anti-Collision System (ACS) and Fire Inhibit System (FIS)
- Three-level Built-in Test (BIT), with minimal Special Test Equipment (STE)
- High Reliability, Availability, Maintainability and Durability (RAM-D)
- Interfaceability with C4I and external sensors (including hostile fire indicators) for superior 360° situational awareness
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