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SAMSONTM Is Trademarks of RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd UNC LAND TM SAMSON 30mm Integrated RWS Combining the world’s leading systems into an all-in-one, high-lethality, high-survivability RWS Unmatched Power, Unequalled Benefits Survivability • More than 40 years of experience in the area of RWS In today’s increasingly complex and saturated battlefields, it is crucial that vehicles can advance • All-in-one system brings the RWS to the next as quickly and securely as an MBT (Main Battle level Tank) - unimpeded in their movement by the • Integrates leading systems, all from RAFAEL’s growing number of lethal and affordable anti- system house tank CE weapons. • Increased lethality & unmatched The SAMSON 30mm Integrated RWS addresses this maneuverability new reality with a remarkable combination of the • Adaptable to wide range of platforms; most cutting-edge, reliable, and effective solutions interfaces with other platforms via BMS available. Delivering an MBT level of protection, • Lighter weight, lower silhouette this uniquely integrated, all-in-one RWS provides • Exceptional survivability, no hull penetration, mission-appropriate fire power without degrading no obstacles in interior space the vehicle’s intrinsic mobility. Spike ATGM firing from Samson RWS Cutting-Edge Components Extensive Global Deployment from a Single System House Backed by 40 years of experience and global success, The SAMSON 30mm Integrated RWS this powerful integrated solution with unmatched life- provides unparalleled maneuverability, saving features joins RAFAEL’s standard-setting RWS lethality and survivability. It also delivers Family. In addition to the IDF, thousands have been deployed and extensively proven under rigorous combat the advantages resulting from all its and environmental conditions in over 25 countries - components having been developed including Belgium, the Czech Republic, Greece, Lithuania, by RAFAEL, and thus coming from the Romania, Spain, the UK, and Canada. same system house: smooth integration, risk mitigation, weight reduction, optimized capabilities, and maximum Integrated Components interoperability. • 30/40mm automatic cannon with Air Burst Munition Components include the TROPHY (ABM) Active Protection System (APS) and • 7.62mm coaxial machine gun the SPIKE LR 1&2 Missile. TROPHY is • Dual launcher for RAFAEL’s SPIKE LR 1&2 multi- the only combat-proven APS that has purpose guided missiles already saved lives. Suitable for any AFV - MBTs, 8x8s, and other medium-weight • Fire-Control System with advanced image processing platforms - it provides an unprecedented for fast & accurate target acquisition level of survivability. Creating a protective • TROPHY Active Protection System (APS) bubble, it rapidly detects, classifies and • Armor protection, STANAG Level 2 and higher engages all known CE threats. In use on the Merkava 3&4 MBTs and Namer Heavy APCs, it was selected by the US Army and Main Capabilities USMC for the Abrams MBT. • Locates fire source, enabling effective return fire The 5th Generation SPIKE LR 2 is a state- of-the-art, lethal, multi-purpose, multi- • Faster, more accurate slew-to-cue platform missile. It enjoys commonality • Under-armor ammunition loading with the SPIKE Missile Family which is • Head-Out capability via inherent hatch, allowing continuously improved with extended close situational awareness range, enhanced lethality and reduced • Full integration with TORCH C4I system weight. • Unified user interface serves all subsystems Tel: (972)73-335-2002 HQ Tel: (972)73-335-4714 Fax: (972)73-335-4093 Fax: (972)73-335-4657 LAND & NAVAL SYSTEMS DIVISION Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.rafael.co.il SAMSONTM is trademarks of RAFAEL Advanced Defense Systems Ltd UNC. 62783-0819/8D/62V1ENG/Graphic Design Dep/042.
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