Eurosatory 2022 (13 au 17 juin à Paris)

Due to the situation in Ukraine and the rising political tensions with Russia, several countries have taken the decision to increase their defense budgets and acquire new military equipment that counters threats of a conventional conflict with tanks, armored vehicles, and troops on the ground. In June this year will take place , the largest defense exhibition in the world. an opportunity for the global world of the defense industry to present the latest innovations and launches new military products.

The Ukrainian crisis, which reflects the shift from asymmetric fighting to high-intensity interstate conflict, is leading EU member states to decide to invest more in their defense and security capabilities. Several countries have already significantly increased their budgets.

Besides Europe, many countries are reflecting on this paradigm shift, which requires a rethinking of the models and capabilities of their armed and security forces in order to adjust to new threats.

, the world's leading land and airland defense and security exhibition, will be held from 13 to 17 June in Paris - France. It can directly and practically contribute to these reflections and perspectives through the very wide range of solutions presented, covering the entire spectrum of capabilities, from proven equipment to the latest technological innovations.

EUROSATORY will also be a privileged place for exchange, notably through the numerous conferences hosted and a large number of official delegations and experts attending.

Now, three months away from the event, in a context of regression of the COVID 19 pandemic and lowering of sanitary restrictions in France, EUROSATORY continues to expand with already more than 1,200 exhibitors from sixty countries registered, large groups, SMEs, and start-ups.

EUROSATORY is shaping the future of land and airland defense and security.


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Eurosatory 2022, the world's leading land and air-land defence and security exhibition will be held from 13 to 17 June at the Parc des expositions of Paris-Nord Villepinte. It offers an essential business platform for all the sector's players. This year, Eurosatory will focus on the air-land sector with more than 250 exhibitors already registered. People interested in aeronautics should not miss it!

Given the current geopolitical situation, the air-land sector is more relevant than ever. Air defence, the use of helicopters and drones, etc. are major concerns for European governments, but also for other regions. This is reflected by the fact that more than 17% of the registered exhibitors are active in the air-land sector. Among them Airbus, MBDA, Thales, Rafael, Diehl, BAE Systems, Daher, Kongsberg, Leonardo, Lockheed Martin, Rheinmetall, oketsan, Hanwha Defense, Elbit Sytems, Eurosam, Norinco... Throughout the 5 days of the exhibition, the professionals of the sector will have the opportunity to meet a large number of aeronautical subcontractors working in defence, vehicle and missile subcontracting, as well as in the aeronautical and space field.

Four helicopters will be exhibited at Eurosatory: three American helicopters, the Blackhawk, the Apache and for the first time the Chinook and Airbus' H145M... a unique opportunity to see the equipment in action.

At Eurosatory, more than a hundred registered companies offer drones and drone systems: among these, Aeronautics (Israel), Aerovironment (USA), Elistair (France), Hongkong Himark Electron Model, Skyborne Technologies (Australia). Almost all types of drones are on display. Visitors will be able to discover mapping UAVs, UAVs and tethered balloons, tactical UAVs, dual-propeller staggered-pitch UAVs, biomimetic UAVs, fixed-wing UAVs, and micro-UAVs with docking stations, swarm UAVs, mini-UAVs and many others.

The exhibition is also an international leader in the anti-aircraft field, with a unique range of air defence systems. More than 70 registered companies present products and services in this field, including AP-Flyer SP. Z O.O. (Poland), ApolooShield (Israel), Digital Research and Consulting Co.,LTD (Thailand)...

In addition to the products and services offer, Eurosatory offers many conference sessions on the following themes: "Helicopters /Aerocomabt" and "Drones/anti-drones fighting" to further develop the aeronautical segment. The programme includes*:
• Aerocombat in the Sahel–Saharan Strip - RETEX – French Army Staff
• Future airmobile capability – French Army Staff
• French military helicopters, excellence in the field of aerocombat – GICAT
• NGRC, vertical lift innovations to enhance operational capabilities - NATO/NSPA
• Tactical reconnaissance drone system - French Army Staff
• The fight against drones - French Army Staff
• Drones and robots tech challenges: autonomous use, swarms and drones/robots interactions - Drones4SEC
• Drones and robots use cases in defence and public safety - Drones4SEC
• UAV Systems – GICAT
• The laser weapon, a game-changer against drones - CILAS

On the Eurosatory LAB, the exhibition's start-up area, don't miss the GICAT master class - "State of the art in anti-drone combat" with a keynote by Christophe Salomon (IGA), Deputy Director General, Thales Land and Air Systems.

With more than 1,500 registered exhibitors from 60 countries, over 57,000 professional visitors expected and about 200 official delegations invited, Eurosatory is the must-attend exhibition for all the airland defence and security players!



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The hallmark of EUROSATORY, and what makes it the premier Defense & Security show in the world, is the very broad and competitive spectrum of capabilities presented. It is also the technological exhibition par excellence, presenting all the capacities able to respond to a high-intensity conflict with a ten or even twenty-year perspective. Eurosatory will take place in Paris, France from 13  to 17 June 2022. Follow all activities of Eurosatory with our Official News Online Publication and Official Web TV of the event. 

EUROSATORY is a formidable showcase of solutions and services for both the most demanding capacity questions, as complex as the structured force systems (coordinated ground-air defense intervening in the 3rd dimension, digitization of land and air-land forces, etc.) and for wishes for so-called “off the shelf” acquisitions, including the simplest: assault rifles, for example. Therefore, the conflict in Ukraine highlights EUROSATORY's set of proposal capacities.

The dynamic demonstrations at Eurosatory present the mobility capabilities of a vehicle in n actual way, its weapon system operation being simulated by projection on a large screen with comments from a speaker.

The major product families presented in dynamic demonstrations will be land robotics, armored mobility, rescue and firefighting. There will be two types of demonstrations: those of the units of the French armed forces and internal security units, and those of the exhibitors.



For the first one, the French Army is planning a large-scale demonstration highlighting many of its components, including special forces. There will also be demonstrations by elite units of the Gendarmerie (GIGN), Police (RAID, BRI), CRS, and Paris firefighters. For the second one, presentations of 4x4 armored vehicles will be performed with different payloads, fire vehicles, and robotics, and even swarms of drones.

The search for innovation will be approached from very complementary aspects. First, a EUROSATORY LAB of 1,000 m² is dedicated to no less than 80 start-ups with numerous animations that will also appear on the technological centers and on the stands of the exhibitors. European structures developing defense research and innovation will also be present at the show.

Eurosatory 2022, the International Defense Exhibition in Paris, France, will see a star showcased in its air section: the Eurocopter Tiger, a twin-engine attack helicopter that first entered service in 2003. It is manufactured by Airbus Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter). Following their languages, in Germany it is known as the Tiger; in France and Spain, it is called the Tigre.

Development of the Tiger started during the Cold War, and it was initially intended as an anti-tank helicopter platform. France and Germany chose to proceed with the Tiger, developing it as a multi-role attack helicopter. It achieved operational readiness in 2008.

The Tiger has the distinction of being the first all-composite helicopter developed in Europe; even the earliest models also incorporate other advanced features such as a glass cockpit, stealth technology, and high agility to increase its survivability. Improved variants have since entered service, outfitted with more powerful engines and compatible with a wider range of weapons. Since the type's introduction to service,

On 18 June 1999, Germany and France publicly placed orders for an initial batch of 160 Tiger helicopters, 80 for each nation, valued at €3.3 billion. On 22 March 2002, the first production Tiger was rolled out in a large ceremony held at Eurocopter's Donauwörth factory; although production models began initial acceptance trials in 2003, the first official delivery to the French Army took place on 18 March 2005; the first official Tiger delivery to Germany followed on 6 April 2005. Germany reduced its order to 57 in March 2013. In 2008, OCCAR estimated the project cost at €7,300,000,000. France's FY2013 budget put their share of the project at €6.4bn (~US$8.7bn), implying a program cost of €14.7bn (~US$20.1bn) to the three main partners. The 2013 French White Paper changed the mix to 60 HAP and 20 of the more expensive HAD; at FY2013 prices, their HAP cost €27.4m/unit (~US$37m) and their HAD €36.1m/unit (~US$49m), including development costs the French Tigers cost €80m (~US$109m) each. In December 2015, France placed an additional order for 7 HAD helicopters, with the plan to upgrade the entire fleet to the HAD standard by 2025 for a total of 67 helicopters.

Since the type's introduction to service, Tigers have been used in combat in Afghanistan, Libya, and Mali.

Eurosatory 2022, the most important defense show on the European mainland, takes place this year in Paris from 13 to 17 June. Under the motto “Move – Sense – Strike”, German company Rheinmetall will be on hand, presenting part of its extensive array of products, systems and activities for the digitized battlefields of the future. With an exhibition area of around 3,000 square meters, this will be Rheinmetall’s biggest-ever presence at Eurosatory.

Here are some of the Rheinmetall products making their debut at this year’s show:

Future Tanknology - KF51 main battle tank: The KF51 is the newest member of Rheinmetall’s family of tracked armored fighting vehicles. Delivering dual-capability dominance, the platform sets new standards in every category – lethality, survivability, mobility, networkability, and reconnaissance. Its 130mm main armament and other effectors endow the KF51 with superior firepower. The vehicle will be presented at a ceremony on 13 June at 14:00 hrs.

Rheinmetall Technology Cube: Now more than ever, defense technology systems are developed in close coordination with their future users. The Rheinmetall Technology Cube exploits cutting-edge technology, including augmented reality, to conduct a dialogue with users and procurement officials when developing next-generation combat vehicles. The aim is to rethink the future together – by integrating new kinds of drives, sensors, and subsystems into fully digitized, scalable vehicle platform concepts.

Airborne vehicle family: In cooperation with Mercedes-Benz and ACS Armoured Car Systems, Rheinmetall now offers a versatile, high mobility 4x4 vehicle family specially designed for light airmobile and special operations units. The vehicle system family will debut at Eurosatory.

Natter remote-controlled weapon station: Rheinmetall has developed a new family of remote-controlled weapon stations. Thanks to its high-performance sensors, modularity and independent stabilization, the Natter (“adder”) features excellent reconnaissance and engagement capabilities. Various versions of the Natter make it possible to arm tracked and wheeled armored vehicles with a wide spectrum of effectors ranging from light machine guns to medium caliber cannon. 

Unmanned systems and robotics: For the first time, Rheinmetall will be presenting the newly developed LUNA NG (Next Generation) unmanned aerial vehicle, designed for unmanned aerial reconnaissance, classification, and recognition of objects in real-time. Rheinmetall will also be showing how various integrated, unmanned air-supported reconnaissance systems can reinforce the sensors of ground platforms and improve overall situational awareness. The Robotics-L walking robot and Mission Master models SP and XT demonstrate how robotics is already changing the modern battlefield. Robotics-L can carry out reconnaissance missions. The Mission Master SP vehicle is configured for transporting cargo, while the XT is designed for a fire support role with a launcher for loitering munitions.

Loitering munitions: These air-supported precision munitions combine the characteristics of drones and guided missiles. They enhance the ability of even small units to reconnoitre target zones from above, coupled with a standoff, high-precision engagement of targets. Rheinmetall and its partner UVision have entered a cooperation agreement to market UV’s Hero family of loitering munitions in Europe. At Eurosatory, the two companies will be highlighting possibilities for integrating Hero LM systems into manned and unmanned vehicles.

In addition to these debuts, Rheinmetall will also be presenting various other products and projects.

These include:

HX3 vehicle family: Rheinmetall’s new HX3 vehicle generation features improved protection, even better mobility, greater driving comfort and digital interface architecture, assuring heightened operational flexibility and abundant scope for future performance upgrades. At Eurosatory 2022, Rheinmetall’s wheeled self-propelled howitzer will be on display, mounted on a high mobility HX 10x10 chassis. The HX3 can also serve as the transport component for the Skynex air defense system.

Air defense: Mobile, modular, and scalable, ground-based air defense systems are gaining new importance now that NATO armed forces are focusing once again on defending national and allied territory and airspace. At Eurosatory, Rheinmetall is displaying a Boxer 8x8 wheeled armored vehicle configured for an air defense role, topped with the Sykranger 30 turret and an integrated surface-to-air missile launcher. Also on show will be the Skynex air defense system, consisting of a 35mm Mk3 Revolver Gun, Multi-Sensor Unit with AESA radar, and a Control Node 1 command center, with a high-energy laser functioning as a future effector.

Force protection: Rheinmetall’s comprehensive expertise in the field of force protection ranges from individual passive ballistic solutions to advanced stand-off active protection systems for combat vehicles. Visitors to Eurosatory 2022 can inspect Rheinmetall’s StrikeShield, an integrated hybrid module for vehicles that combine active and passive protection technology.

Digitized battlefield: As a leading systems integrator, Rheinmetall possesses all the knowledge necessary for networking various entities on the digital battlefield of the future. At Eurosatory 2022, Rheinmetall will show how the interplay of sensors, effectors and human-machine interfaces can lift the “fog of war”. Rheinmetall will also be showcasing the current configuration of its Gladius 2.0 soldier system and how it can be networked with manned and unmanned vehicles and subsystems.

At Eurosatory 2022, furthermore, Rheinmetall will be presenting its comprehensive expertise in practically every other capability category. These include weapons and ammunition for threat-commensurate, scalable application of force as well as innovative, networkable sensor systems for applications on land, at sea and in the air, in addition to high-performance simulation technology for top-of-the-line training. We look forward to welcoming you to Eurosatory 2022 at Stand F241-240 in the outdoor area behind Hall 6!


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At Eurosatory 2022, International Defense Exhibition in Paris, German company Rheinmetall launches its new KF51 Panther, the latest generation of Main Battle Tank concept armed with a 130mm cannon. The main battle tank concept sets new standards in all areas – lethality, protection, reconnaissance, networking, and mobility.

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.

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.

With its main armament, the 130mm Rheinmetall Future Gun System, the KF51 Panther offers superior firepower against all current and foreseeable mechanized 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 defense. 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.



All weapon systems are connected to the commander's and gunner's optics and the fire control computer via the fully digitalized 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).

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 conceal the KF51 from enemy observation. Moreover, its digital NGVA architecture enables the 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.

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 kilometers. 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.

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.



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World premiere at Eurosatory 2022, International Defense Exhibition for the Sabrah light tank manufactured by the Israeli company Elbit Systems. In January 2021, the Israeli company received a three-year contract worth $172m to supply the Sabrah light tanks to the Philippine Army.

The Sabrah Light Tank turret is the latest generation of two-man/optionally unmanned turret featuring an automatic loader, advanced sights, the Iron Vision Head Mounted Display and the Iron Fist Active Protection System.

The Sabrah turret design benefits from the reference of Elbit Systems and the Israeli Army Merkava directorate "Mantak" combat-proven armored vehicles. The turrets, Fire Control Systems (FCS), electro-optics and 105mlm tank guns are in use by the Israeli army as well as numerous other armed forces around the world.

The Sabrah light tank configuration is based on the tracked ASCOD AFV platform, which is manufactured by General Dynamics European Land Systems (GDELS), a part of aerospace and defense company General Dynamics.

Weighing 30t, the Sabrah light tank series has a modular design. It is equipped with a common 105mm manned turret for both tracked and wheeled configurations. The turret of the Sabrah is fitted with an automatic loading system with a manual backup loading. The tank has 12 ready-to-use ammunition rounds located in the autoloader drum and an additional 24 stored in the hull.

The vehicle’s fully-electric turret drive provides stabilization in both elevation and traverse. The dual-axis high-performance turret provides hunter-killer capability. The tank provides an optimal combination of firepower and maneuverability. It can be configured to provide enhanced lethality.

Patria attends the global defence and security exhibition Eurosatory on 13-17th June 2022 in Paris and exhibits a wide range of state-of-the-art protected mobility and defence systems. The stand is located at the Hall 6 – G300 and outside A-360.

New C-sUAS concept - effective against small, unmanned aircraft

Patria’s new Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) concept is based on completely new and unique type of effector, which provides its users short-range protection from all types of Class 1 drones. The Patria C-sUAS concept is a high-grade effector, yet simple, scalable, and cost-effective way to provide effective defence against small, unmanned aircraft systems.

Patria AMVXP 8x8 is an extremely modern, modular and robust armoured wheeled vehicle providing superior fire power, protection and mobility. Patria AMVXP has fully digitalized vehicle data and control systems. At Eurosatory Patria exhibits Patria AMVXP with the Cockerill 1030 weapon system at the Hall 6 – G300.

Patria 6x6 is a modular and high-performance, yet at the same time simple, robust and affordable vehicle for peacekeeping and crises management missions and for transporting soldiers. It provides modern protection and extreme mobility. Patria 6x6 is perfect for any combat support roles. Patria 6x6 APC variant (an armoured personnel carrier) is on display outside A-360.

Patria's fleet management system supports vehicles lifecycle including digital fleet management, training support, maintenance, spare parts and lifecycle management support.

Patria Remote Operating Desk (ROD) is a state-of-the-art user interface containing features, such as augmented reality and haptic feedbacks enabling more authentic remote-driving operations, and the combined stereo camera system.

Patria SONAC DTS is an ASW Sonar system offering both active and passive modes of operation with two separate wet-end sub-systems, VDS and TAS, which can be used simultaneously.

Patria SONAC ACS acoustic mine sweep is specially designed for sweeping influence mines with advanced acoustic triggering. Its compact, lightweight size is designed for use with unmanned craft.

Senop, a part of the Patria Group, provides high-performance night vision devices, intelligent sensor technology-based solutions and demanding system integration services. Senop’s advanced night vision solutions enable situational awareness as well as increased firepower and mobility:

Senop AFCD TI is a new electro-optical advanced fire control system designed for use with the Carl-Gustaf M4/M3 Multi-Role Weapon System. Created through close cooperation between Saab and Senop, the intelligent sight features a thermal imaging system and advanced ballistic computer. The sight is due for release in 2023.

Senop LILLY is a compact target acquisition and observation system offering exceptional situational awareness capabilities with advanced energy management. Senop LILLY Gen2 with a high-performance thermal imager and an extended LRF will improve the performance even further. Gen2 will be available in the end of 2022.

Senop EVA 40 is a lightweight and compact night vision goggle designed to provide a high level of usability and performance.

Senop LUKE Tactical Laser Sight is a high-performance laser sight with a visible laser, an IR laser and an IR illuminator provides maximal operating hours and can be used in both daytime and night-time operations.

ARTIC FOX Shelter System is a verified and proven multipurpose platform that adapts easily to meet customer-specific needs.


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The Czech firm Excalibur Army is participating in the 2022 edition of Eurosatory, taking place from June 13th to June 17th. On this occasion, it unveiled the Morana 155 mm self-propelled gun-howitzer.

The Morana self-propelled gun-howitzer is a sophisticated NATO standard artillery weapon with automatic aiming and loading system, designed for highly effective
support of ground forces.

Its reliable gun, advanced fire control system, cutting-edge computing, and diagnostics technology enable carrying out the combat tasks rapidly, effectively, and with a very high level of precision.

Tactical and combat characteristics 

Morana is designed for agile movement and quick fire support. Its systems allow for standard artillery battery integrated operation, but also for stand-alone task
performance or swift reaction in case initiative needs to be taken under changing circumstances.

Morana features a 155 mm / 52 caliber primary weapon capable of reaching over 41 kilometers distance. The crew has forty-five carried rounds available
for their task completion.

The howitzer is mounted on the latest TATRA four-axle central loading tube chassis. The patent-protected TATRA system is extremely durable, maintains perfect grip and reduces shock and torsion related wear when crossing uneven terrain.

The crew handles the whole system from within the protected modular EA Puma cabin that is certified for STANAG 4569 Level 2 against both ballistic and landmine threats. The cabin is pressurized and the air intake is fitted with NBC filters.

Morana can fire at enemy positions, structures and static or even moving vehicles directly in case of emergency. Direct fire is available to the crew within a range of 5 kilometers, 3 at night. An integrated secondary weapon offers extra protection and firepower to the crew for close engagement and low altitude UAVs.

The TREVA-30 is a special vehicle designed for the recovery of stranded equipment and other objects, their handling, removal of damaged equipment, evacuation and rescue work, crane work, engineering terrain modifications and removal of obstacles for the needs of recovery and rescue work.

Conceptually and generationally, it is a completely new piece of Czech made recovery machinery. The vehicle is equipped with a winch that has a basic pull of 25 tonnes and a 2-reel crane with a lifting capacity of 30 tonnes.

The crane can be used alone and for the purpose of extrication, multi-point recovery or recovery over an obstacle. It uses a hydraulic fork installed in the rear of the vehicle to move cars, armoured wheeled vehicles and other equipment. The vehicle is equipped with an armoured four-door cab that can accommodate not only the driver and operator, but also the crew of the towed vehicle.

Stored on a crane turntable driven by its own hydraulic motor. The auxiliary winch is used to transport the rope of the main winch to the object to be recovered and to transport the pulleys during the assembly of the pulley system.

A hydraulically operated suspended towing device is located in the rear of the vehicle and allows 12 tons of perpendicularly directed suspension force, enough to recover heavy 8x8 military vehicles.

KARANCHO VERSATILE WEAPON MOUNT

The Karancho is a cradle mount for the 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine gun with variable mounting options - either a single leg adaptor for use on pick-up trucks or boats, or a tripod for use by infantry in their defensive positions. Optionally a pintle mount can also be offered.

The Karancho gun mount is equipped with a recoil limiting mechanism and shoulder supports for the shooter, which ensure high stability during firing. The weapon mount is equipped with mechanical sights and additionally it is equipped with a standard Picatinny rail that can be used for mounting of a hardened red dot sight or any accessory preferred by the user.

For best stability and performance the Picatinny rail is mounted in the rear part of the gun, in place of the electromagnet, which is therefore not used and the KPVT is operated via a manual trigger and does not need batteries.

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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.


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In Octobre 2021, Rheinmetall and its partner UVision Air Ltd. have agreed on a cooperation to market UVision's HERO loitering ammunition family in Europe. At Eurosatory 2022, both companies will present the integration of different HERO Loitering Munition (LM) systems in manned and unmanned vehicles. For example, Rheinmetall's Mission Master XT robotic vehicle will be on display as a fire support vehicle with HERO 120 LM. Likewise, the new KF51 combat vehicle will be equipped with an LM Mission Pod for launching HERO 120s in addition to its main armament, the 130mm smoothbore gun.



Combat power multiplier


The term loitering munition is derived from the munition’s ability to remain undetected in the airspace above the target area for an extended period of time and to strike when the right moment arrives. Forces in a number of partner countries in Europe and NATO are already using them, and others are currently exploring ways to introduce this new generation of remotely controlled munitions into their arsenal. Versatile and easy to operate, Loitering Munitions can be used in national and allied defence as well as in low-intensity conflicts or peace stabilisation operations. LM offers the military user considerable cost advantages over guided missiles with comparable effectiveness and at the same time the ability to conduct reconnaissance and track the target in the military operation from the air over a longer period of time. An important tactical advantage of the field-proven UVision HERO systems lies in their high precision strike capabilities and thus a minimal risk of collateral damage.

UVision offers several high-precision loitering munition models with its HERO product family, which differ in terms of possible ranges, flight times (short, medium, high) and payload (weight of active charge) – required for a variety of targets. Lighter models are man-portable and specially designed to be carried as highly effective precision munition by infantry forces.


A Loitering Munition system comprises – comparable to a guided missile system – a single or multicanister launcher, a loitering munition (or a number of LM’s if the latter), communication and the ground control module for the operator. The Loitering Munitions themselves are remote-controlled small air vehicles, each of which can attack ground targets – even beyond the line of sight



All models are equipped with high-resolution electro-optical sensors and infrared cameras that enable the operator to locate, monitor and ultimately engage even time-critical low-signature targets. In this way, enemy targets can be located, tracked and verified to deliver precise strikes. The HERO system can abort an attack in mid-air, return to flight mode and then resume the attack or reassign targets, giving operators great tactical flexibility on the modern battlefield.



The unique design of the HERO series makes it possible to conduct precision attacks in urban areas or remote locations while avoiding collateral damage, while adhering to strict rules of engagement. If an attack is aborted, the systems can be recalled and another target selected or retrieved for future use via an on-board recovery system. Continuous monitoring in accordance with the "human in the loop" principle enables calculated and pinpoint attacks that are precisely tailored to the timing and conditions of the constantly changing situation. The constant recording of the operation on the ground station provides proof of compliance with the strict rules of engagement.

HERO ammunition is already in use in a number of customer countries. Most recently, in the summer of 2021, the US Marine Corps decided to equip operational vehicles with HERO 120 LM systems.

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Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Inc., announced on June 13 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 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.

• Improved Mobility: With a top speed of up to13 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, and 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 downrange 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, and 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.



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TITAN DEFENSE will be present at the EUROSATORY 2022 exhibition, from June 13th to 17th. The opportunity for the specialist of military refuelling to present innovative solutions.

TITAN DEFENSE’s experience with the armed forces for more than 60 years has helped developing refuelling solutions that are ever closer to the field’s needs. The main areas of innovation are alternative energies and high mobility.

In this context, TITAN DEFENSE is now working on hybridization solutions adapted to refuelling vehicles. Resilience, performance and decarbonization are the main advantages of the hybridization of these equipments.

TITAN DEFENSE presents during this exhibition a high mobility tactical refueller, to be discovered on the Mercedes Benz stand (Ext. PE 6b - stand D.261). The «torsion-free» technology implemented by TITAN DEFENSE will provide a stable platform for the fuel dispensing system over rough terrain to ensure operation on arrival of the refuel mission start. This technology allows the Mercedes-Benz Zetros 6x6 rigid chassis to express its full high mobility potential across the toughest terrain. The objective is to enable your tactical refuellers to operate in the most austere and rugged areas.

A new 20,000 L refueller will also be displayed on the Arquus stand (Hall 5A - stand F.281).To meet the TITAN DEFENSE team, visit the GICAT pavilion, Hall 5A - stand B.278, and the EDEN pavilion, Hall 6 - stand G.753.


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On June 14th, 2022, Arquus, Thales, and NTGS officially presented the new Sherpa A2M (Advanced Mobile Mortar), during a ceremony organized at Arquus’ booth at Eurosatory 2022.

The Sherpa A2M is an adequate answer to the tactical challenges met and created by artillery in high-intensity warfare: mobility, protection, close support to the troops on the ground, and mobile counterbattery options at the fraction of the price of a Self-Propelled Gun (SPG).

The alliance of Arquus, NTGS, and Thales allows the application of a truly complete solution delivering a unique indirect fire support solution, suitable for infantry support, collaborative armed forces troops and Special Forces, as well as autonomous artillery units looking for a high level of mobility and protection.

The Sherpa A2M combines the excellent mobility of a Sherpa Light, the proven Deployable Mortar System by NTGS, and the 120mm rifled mortar barrel by Thales, into one full fully integrated new solution.

Thanks to Thales capability, the vehicle embeds 120 mm rifled ammunition and in the future the mortar laser-guided ammunition. The rifled mortar barrel is three times more precise than smoothbore mortar.

Due to this superior efficiency and accuracy, it can achieve similar operational effects with much fewer shots; around 4 times fewer rounds are needed than for a smoothbore mortar.

NTGS provides its skills in global systems with the fire control system in the back of the vehicle. This system conveys information about targets and points of interest, which represents a significant strategic advantage.

Thanks to their expertise, the A2M Sherpa delivers control across all mission operations and is already combat-proven. The mortar and tube from NTGS and Thales are qualified both by NATO and by different armies.

The Sherpa Light is a multipurpose, 4x4 armored vehicle, designed by Arquus to provide a wide array of versions and customizations for all needs and missions, built on a single, proven base for increased commonality and ease of maintenance.

It is a modern, mature, new-generation vehicle, which is built on many years of industrial experience, operational deployments on the battlefield, and maintenance. It is protected against ballistic and mine as well as improvised explosive device threats with a STANAG 4569-certified protection, which ensures a high level of safety for the crew inside the vehicle during operations.

The Sherpa A2M can carry 40 rounds of 120mm mortar ammunition in the rear and possibly additional ammunition in the cabin, depending on user requirements. It has a range of up to 8,2 km with standard rifled ammunition and up to 13km with a rocket-assisted projectile, allowing it to enhance the protection of the embarked soldiers by engaging units without being hit (Shoot & Scoot).

Combining the expertise of these three companies ensures the highest level of quality for each of the Sherpa A2M’s features: protected tactical mobility, ruggedness, superior firepower and accuracy, as well as easily deployable systems and intuitive fire control.

At Eurosatory 2022, the Sherpa A2M is presented with a Hornet Lite RCWS fitted with a 7.62mm MG for the vehicle's self-protection.


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Lithuanian developers of Krampus Mk1 all-terrain vehicle (ATV) are getting prepared for the major European arms show and joke that their hybrid diesel-electric propulsion buggy is ready for “bucket missions” against the enemies on the battlefield.

Hybrid diesel-electric propulsion in its silent mode ensures a stealthy approach of the vehicle to the mission area, where the crew of two can dismount and send the vehicle autonomously towards the forward-firing positions.

Krampus Mk1 is designed for a 500-kilograms payload, which may include remotely controlled anti-tank, killer-drone-launching, or anti-aircraft weapons systems. After accomplishing its fire mission, Krampus ATV is designed to return to pick up its crew and continue the manned mission.

The designers of Krampus Mk1 ATV also envision vehicle use in non-military areas, such as border protection, law enforcement, environmental control, mining – any scenario where a mission may require autonomous or remotely-controlled operations for extended hours, or work in a hazardous environment.

The premiere of Krampus ATV by Ostara is expected to take place at Eurosatory 2022 exhibition in Paris, from June 13 to 17. The vehicle will be displayed on the Lithuanian National stand, organized by VersliLietuva, a non-profit agency under the Ministry of Economy and Innovation of the Republic of Lithuania.

Ostara has already reached level 6 technology readiness for its Krampus ATV project. In 2021, the team of developers concluded the field-testing phase and implemented the necessary corrections and upgrades to the vehicle’s systems and subsystems. Earlier this year, technology solutions providing remote and autonomous controls of the vehicle have been implemented.

Krampus Mk1 has an integrated diesel generator and powerful battery pack, providing a range of 1000 km. In silent mode, when two electric motors are powered only by a battery pack, the vehicle range can reach 200 km. Ostara says that its Krampus Mk1 ATV demonstrator has already laid foundations for the beginning of the next Krampus Mk2 prototype.



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Supacat 105mm HMT Extenda Mk2 concept (Picture source: Army Recognition)

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.

With this new version of the BOXER, the German company Krauss-Maffei Wegmann (KMW) presents a new generation of light tank offering the firepower of a main battle tank and the mobility of an IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle) with a combat weight of only 45 tons.

The design of the tracked version of the Boxer consists of three main parts with the driver position at the front right side of the hull with the powerpack on its left. The turret is mounted at the rear part of the hull while the vehicle is also able to accommodate up to six infantrymen.

The tracked version of the Boxer has a crew of three including a driver, commander and gunner. It can reach a top road speed up to 100 km/h with a maximum cruising range of 500 km.

The RCT120 turret mounted on the tracked version of the Boxer is remotely controlled and all the combat operations of the weapon systems can be controlled under the armor of the hull. The main armament consists of one 120mm cannon which has a traverse of 360° with elevation from -10° to +20°. The vehicle carries a total of 15 ammunition. The second armament of the vehicle includes one coaxial machine gun of 12.7mm caliber and a launcher station for SPIKE anti-tank guided missiles.

The tracked version of the BOXER offers the same level of protection as the wheeled version which provides protection against the firing of small arms and artillery shell splinters. The vehicle is also fitted with APS (Active Protection System). The System’s hard-kill concept is based on intercepting the threat by launching a small warhead and initiating it at a safe distance from the protected platform, at a precisely calculated moment, and defeating or destructing the threat through a shock-wave effect.