IDEX 2015

[Al Bhatti]

@Al Bhatti did you visited ?

No

So many good weapons but as usual Pakistan is shot of money

Thanks to the sincerity of our politicians and lawmakers

 

[Zarvan]

No



Thanks to the sincerity of our politicians and lawmakers

But still if I want to get weapons I would look for one new APC and IFV and good Towed Artillery Gun along with Good Sniper Gun for Army

 

[Al Bhatti]

Raheel Sharif Pakistan COAS with Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Deputy Supreme Commander of UAE Armed Forces

 

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[Al Bhatti]

February 21, 2015

Land forces development is expected to continue its rapid growth across the Middle East due to increasing transnational threats.

Within the last year two gulf countries, United Arab Emirates and Qatar, have introduced mandatory military service to increase readiness and manpower. In addition, gulf countries have initiated a unified military command to coordinate their land, air and sea forces' response to threats while also upgrading their special operations capabilities.

Countries in the region are expected to spend up to $344.2 million by 2016 on guided munitions alone, as well as driving the armored vehicle market along with Asia, according to Texas-based research and consultancy Markets and Markets.

Countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iraq are leading the surge in purchases, the reports stated.

The fight against Islamic State extremists in Iraq is driving the massive procurements. According to reports from Baghdad, the fall of oil prices will not derail some major armament projects. Sources have stated that the Iraqi Defense Ministry is determined to buy 500 four-wheel-drive military vehicles this year to make up for the losses against the Islamic State.

Furthermore, in December Iraq requested to buy from the United States 1,000 M1151A1 up-armored Humvees, 1,000 M2 .50 caliber machine guns, and 1,000 MK-19 40mm grenade launchers with universal mounts, commercial radios, communication equipment and spare parts and training estimated at $579 million, according to the US Defense and Security Cooperation Agency.

In the same month Iraq also requested the sale of 175 full track M1A1 Abrams tanks with the upgraded 120mm gun, 15 M88A2 improved tank recovery vehicles, 175 .50 caliber M2 machine guns, communication systems and ammunition valued at $2.4 billion.

Iraq also requested in November spare parts to support the Abrams tanks and M1070 heavy equipment tactical trucks.

The proliferation of land forces armament has also driven countries to seek partnerships for weapon development from Turkey.

In June, the Qatar Armed Forces Industry Committee (AFIC) applied to Turkey's Competition Board to acquire 49 percent of commercial and military vehicle manufacturer BMC. The move underscores the priority the gulf state places on maintaining a steady flow of armored vehicles into its inventory while boosting industrial capability of regional allies.

In 2013, the UAE also partnered with Turkey to develop the Jobaria multiple cradle rocket launcher that can launch 240 rockets. The system has four rocket launchers attached to the trailer each carrying 60 122mm rockets.

The system fires Roketsan 122mm TR-122 rockets fitted with a high-explosive warhead that can be detonated with either a point detonating fuze or a proximity fuze.

According to the armored vehicle market analysis, wheeled vehicles are clearly on the rise in the region as more governments look at six- and eight-wheel-drive vehicles to cope with the terrain and because of their lower maintenance costs.

A decade ago, UAE weapons manufacturer Tawazun Holdings instituted indigenous armored vehicle manufacturer Nimr in 2005. The Nimr vehicles are designed to carry out military, police and peacekeeping missions in the Middle East area thanks to a cooling system that allows the vehicle to withstand the harsh desert climate which can reach as high as 55 degrees Celsius. The vehicle also features composite ceramic armor and a central tire inflation system. The vehicle is based on a flexible modular concept to provide support for a wide range of missions.

Three prototypes were made in 2000 and an armored six-wheel-drive version was inaugurated in 2013 with anti-ballistic technology. The vehicles are in use in Jordan, Lebanon and Libya.

The UAE armed forces last year ordered 1,800 Nimr armored vehicles from Tawazun. The firm also signed an agreement in 2012 to establish a joint company producing Nimr armored vehicles in Algeria. The deal with Groupement de la Promotion de l'IndustrieMécanique (GPIM) was designed to create an Algerian-based armored vehicle manufacturer.

This month a new integrated production facility was initiated for the vehicles at the Tawazun Industrial Park in Abu Dhabi. The facility is expected to be fully operational by October.

"The new integrated facility, the first of its kind in the region, will help Nimr Automotive re-establish itself as a well-recognized brand in the international military vehicles industry and render it in a better position to serve its growing customer base," said Tawazun Chief Executive Officer Saif Mohamed Al Hajeri.

"The new facility will double current production capacity of four- and six-wheel-drive platforms and will lead to tapping new markets in the MENA [Mideast and North Africa] region, while supporting our production activities in Nimr Algeria," according to Fahad Saif Harhara, CEO of Nimr Automotive.

Although the UAE recently upgraded its 436-strong fleet of Nexter Leclerc battle tanks and armored recovery vehicles, it also has a requirement for 600 eight-wheel-drive combat vehicles and has five eight-wheel-drive Patria armored modular vehicles vehicles on order.

Saudi Arabia, with a limited indigenous defense industry, relies heavily on imports from its allies such as the US. Most armored vehicles are imported, although the Al-Fahd infantry fighting vehicle and the Al-Faris 8-400 armored personnel carrier were manufactured by the Abdallah Al Faris Company for Heavy Industries. Saudi is negotiating a deal for 655 humvees with a further batch of 724 light armored vehicles being delivered and 84 more requested.

Turkey's Altay battle tank is a possible option for the kingdom as talks between the nations are ongoing.

The market analysis report states that Qatar reportedly is procuring 118 Leopard armored vehicles from Germany along with 16 howitzers for an undisclosed sum.

The deal is in addition to the 62 Leopard tanks and 24 howitzers that the German government agreed to supply in early 2013. The armored vehicles will be manufactured by Krauss-Maffei Wegmann and Rheinmetall.

The Army is now assessing whether to retire swathes of its armored vehicles as part of its modernization and replacement programs.

Special forces capabilities in the region were enhanced when the UAE struck a $150 million deal with the US Marine Corps to provide training and logistical support for the UAE Presidential Guard.

The Presidential Guard will be trained for counterterrorism, counterpiracy, critical infrastructure protection and national defense. It is a military unit that operates outside of the conventional framework of traditional armed forces.

Former Australian Special Operations Command and special operations chief Maj. Gen. Mike Hindmarsh was appointed to organize the strike force under a national security adviser designation.

Land Forces Rise To Meet New Challenges

 

[Zibago]

ISIS you better run cuz the son of Popye is coming to get ya

 

[Al Bhatti]

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Mods sorry for the Arabic, i am too lazy to translate this

التاريخ: 23 فبراير 2015

قال مدير المشاريع في شركة نكستر الفرنسية نيكولاس سيلفستر إن الشركة قامت بناء على طلب من القوات المسلحة الإماراتية بتحديث 15 دبابة من طراز لوكليرك كانت الإمارات قد اشترتها من فرنسا خلال الدورة الأولى من معرض الدفاع الدولي آيدكس 1993 ضمن صفقة شملت 436 دبابة قتال وتم تسليم آخر دفعة منها عام 2008 بكافة المواصفات التي حددها الخبراء العسكريون في الدولة.​

معرض مثالي​

وابلغ سيلفستر «البيان الاقتصادي» أن نكستر قدمت عرضا للقوات المسلحة الإماراتية لبيعها عربة القتال المدرعة الحديثة (في بي سي أي)، كما قدمت عروضا لدول خليجية وأوروبية لكن لم يتم التوصل الى أي اتفاقيات حتى الآن، لافتا الى ان آيدكس هو المعرض المثالي لتسويق المنتجات الدفاعية المتطورة.​

ورداً على سؤال عما اذا كانت لوكليرك لا تزال تعتبر من الدبابات المنافسة مع مثيلتها من الدبابات الحديثة بعد أكثر من عشرين سنة من بدء إنتاجها وتسليم صفقة العصر لدولة الإمارات قال مدير المشاريع في نكستر الفرنسية نيكولاس سيلفستر: في البداية كانت لوكليرك تعتبر من دبابات الجيل الثاني تقريبا على الرغم من القدرة القتالية العالية ونظام الحماية والتحكم بقدراتها القتالية من قبل 3 أشخاص فقط والتلقيم الأتوماتيكي بالكامل ومع التحسينات التي ادخلت عليها لاحقا أصبحت تعتبر من أحدث وأفضل الدبابات القتالية في العالم بما تتفوق به مميزات وخاصة مع اضافة نظام إدارة المعركة بي ام أس ثم بعد ذلك نظام سي فور أي للقيادة والسيطرة بالغ التطور.​

تحديث الصفقة​

وحول طبيعة التحديث الذي أدخلته نكستر على الدبابات الإماراتية الخمس عشرة وعما اذا كان هناك اتفاق على تحديث الصفقة بالكامل قال سيلفستر لقد تم تزويد الدبابة بنظام (أزور) لحماية درعها من الجانبين من القذائف والصواريخ التي تطلق عن الكتف وبالتحديد الأر بي جي بالمواصفات التي حددتها القوات المسلحة الإماراتية وطبقاً لاحتياجاتها، وقد تمت تجربة هذا النظام والمصادقة عليه من قبل وزارة الدفاع الفرنسية اجتياز التجارب الميدانية بنجاح تام وتحت اشراف الجيش الفرنسي.

وفيما يتعلق بتحديث بقية الدبابات التي شملتها الصفقة قال سيلفستر: لقد اختارت القوات المسلحة الإماراتية تجهيز كتيبة واحدة من 14 دبابة ودبابة اضافية كاحتياط، أما بالنسبة للدبابات الأخرى فهناك مناقشات تمت بشأنها والأمر يرجع بطبيعة الحال الى القوات المسلحة الإماراتية ونأمل أن نصل الى ذلك مستقبلا.​

مناقشات

ورداً على سؤال عما إذا كانت دول أخرى في المنطقة تتطلع الى صفقات مماثلة من دبابات لوكليرك قال سيلفستر: جرت بطبيعة الحال مناقشات مع بعض الدول لكن لم يتم حتى الآن توقيع اية عقود مع دول اخرى غير الإمارات التي حصلت على 436 دبابة والجيش الفرنسي الذي حصل على ما مجمعه 406 دبابات.​

وكشف مدير عام المشاريع في شركة نكستر الفرنسية عن قيام الشركة بتقديم عرض للقوات المسلحة الإماراتية لتزويدها بصفقة من العربة المدرعة الحديثة في بي اس أي ثمانية الدفع والتي صممت لتواكب دبابات لوكليرك في العماليات القتالية كما تم عرضها على القوات المسلحة القطرية ودول أوروبية وان الشركة تنتظر الردود على تلك العروض، لافتا الى ان الجيش الفرنسي قد اشترى 630 عربة قتالية من هذا النوع والتي تتميز بخفة الحركة مع القدرة القتالية العالية في كافة التضاريس من مناطق جبلية وصحراوية وغيرها.
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قدمنا عروضاً لتزويد الإمارات بعربات «في بي سي أي» - البيان


@Mosamania @al-Hasani @JUBA​

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February 22, 2015

People check out the newly-unveiled Enigma 8x8 armoured all-terrrain vehicle at Idex.

Idex 2015: Emirates Defense Technology puts prototype of 8x8 armoured vehicle on show

The Abu Dhabi-based Emirates Defense Technology (EDT) is targeting sales of its new 8x8 armoured vehicle to armed forces in the UAE and the wider region after trials this summer, said the company’s chief executive, Mohamed Al Suwaidi.

The prototype of Enigma, as the firm’s 8x8 armoured vehicle is called, was unveiled yesterday by Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, at the International Defence and Security Exhibition (Idex), which is taking place in the capital all this week.

EDT – a privately held, Emirati-owned defence contractor and manufacturer – is the first firm to design an 8x8 armoured vehicle in the UAE.

“Obviously our prime focus is the UAE, but from the get-go we have always looked at how it is exportable, how will it meet the requirements of other armies,” said Mr Al Suwaidi. “We are completely open for other markets that would be interested.”

EDT, which financed the vehicle’s production, plans to send the Enigma prototype for summer trials with the UAE military, after which it will start manufacturing the vehicle in the Musaffah industrial area. It took the company two years to build the prototype after it was given the go-ahead from Sheikh Mohammed at Idex two years ago.

The Enigma is designed to be compatible with a variety of weapons systems, including a variant of the M777 howitzer.

“We want to build this vehicle specially for our military, especially for their requirements and build it exactly around what they want, as opposed to something off the shelf being built by someone,” said Mr Al Suwaidi.

This is not the first time that EDT has manufactured armoured vehicles in the UAE. They were the original manufacturers of the NIMR 4x4 and 6x6 armoured vehicles.

The firm is talking to defence companies to manufacture the weapons to be mounted on top of the Enigma.

“You can change the weapon system on top. We have manufacturing licence agreements with different companies to design, develop and manufacture the armour here in the UAE as a UAE product,” said Mr Al Suwaidi, without naming the companies.

The firm, which started off as a military contractor and is currently also a supplier to the UAE military, has big ambitions.

“EDT will have a good mix between both design development and engineering, and trading,” said Mr Al Suwaidi. “Design, development and engineering is going to be our major focus because I believe the future of this country will depend on having a high-tech service/system integrations focus.

“It is a knowledge-based industry and that is what we want to focus on, as opposed to hiring hundreds of labourers to come and manufacture. With innovation and a good-quality product comes profits.”

Idex 2015: Emirates Defense Technology puts prototype of 8x8 armoured vehicle on show | The National



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Feb 22 2015

Al Marakeb's USV Sets High Water Mark for Region's Maritime Industry

UAE boat builder showcases world's first unmanned commercial craft at IDEX Dubai - UAE boat builder Al Marakebis drawing the crowds at this year's International Defence Exhibition (IDEX)with a ground-breaking new vessel that is setting a high water mark for the region's maritime industry. The Sharjah-based manufacturer's recently-launched B-7 is a proving to be a major talking point at the show - the world's largest defence exhibition - by being the world's only pilotless vessel with fully capablecommercial as well as military applications.


"IDEX 2015 is the first time we have displayed our versatile B-7 and we have been delighted with the numerous enquiries regarding its multitude of commercial roles, as well those relating to its security applications," said Basel Shuhaiber, Managing Partner, Al Marakeb.

"IDEX is well-established as the world's most important defence exhibition and maritime security is traditionally the role that USVs are associated with. We are very proud to be showcasing the UAE's capabilities by producing the only vessel currently available that successfully straddles both the military and civilian spheres," he added.

IDEX is the first public viewing of the B-7, which undertook successful open water demonstrations at Al Hamra Marina, Ras Al Khaimah, in January this year. The sea trials were the final test in the B-7's evaluation programme and the vessel is now being made available for customers around the world. Al Marakeb is the first boatyard in the region to set up a production line for USVs, with the companytaking the plunge into new waters for pilotless craft in order to capitalise on a growing sector.

Al Marakeb's B-7 is expected to capture a significant market share of the nascent but rapidly growing USV industry thanks to itsversatility and fully customisable specifications. Each vessel's final fit-out will be contingent on the client's individual requirements and the mandatory licensing stipulations from the markets where it will be operating. Highly suitable for inshore and ports applications, parties purchasing a B-7 will receive a vessel that in its standard guise is capable of reaching 40+ knots and features a state-of-the-art camera system with motion tracking and geo-locking feature for advanced manoeuvrability.

Anticipated industry sectors for the B-7's scope of operations include Oil & Gas, Ports & Customs, Critical National Infrastructure, Environmental, Marine Biology & Research, Hospitality & Leisure, Waterfront Development and Defence & Security. Al Marakeb says that it aims to build its expertise with unmanned craft in order to provide autonomous technology solutionsthrough a new generation of pilotless craft that will be employed in the areas of tourism, photography, asset surveillance, surveying and the transportation of goods.
"This is definitely an exciting time for the region's maritime sector. We believe that with the successful launch of the B-7, Al Marakeb is now at the vanguard of a new technology that is heralding a new era in nautical activity, not only for the region, but for the world," said Nour Al Sayyed, Director, Al Marakeb. "We have demonstrated with our successful sea trials that a UAE company can be the lead for an exciting new industry that is set to grow exponentially over the coming years," she added.

Al Marakeb has built its reputationwith the production of high-performance, recreational powerboats.Established in 2007, the company has progressively expanded its portfolio of vessels and improved its production capacity to meet the demand for craft that don't require berthing facilities. All Al Marakeb boats can be dry-docked outside customers' homes on trailers and easily transported to launch points, resulting in substantial operational savings that put the craft within reach of a wider range of buyers. Al Marakeb's current range includes its six standard models; Habbar 25, Spartan 25, Theo 27, Dino 31, Triton 35 and the Scylla 35, all of which can be customised with flexible personalisation options.The company's current network extends to the UAE, GCC, regional and international markets.

IDEX 2015 is currently underway at the ADNEC centre in Abu Dhabi. The biannual exhibition attracts over 90,000 visitors and more than 1,100 exhibitors.

Al Marakeb's USV Sets High Water Mark for Region's Maritime Industry - Zawya



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18/02/2015

This unmanned vessel can go up to 40 knots

A UAE-based company is set to unveil a futuristic-looking unmanned boat that will become the first privately produced vehicle of its kind in the GCC.

The seven-metre long B-7 Unmanned Surface Vessel " or USV " can be used for a wide array of purposes, ranging from surveying the ocean floor, military surveillance and reconnaissance missions or towing sonar systems. The B-7 will make its public debut next week at the International Defence Exhibition (Idex) in Abu Dhabi.

Basel Shuhaiber, founder of Al Marakeb boat manufacturing company, told Khaleej Times that it occurred to the design team early on that the design could be easily re-tasked for military applications. 'Our first idea was to survey the ocean floor to find things on the seabed,' he explained. 'Once we arrived at the concept of removing people from on board, we came to a realisation.' 'There are many reasons the military would want to remove people from vehicles, and cut the long hours they would be on board.' The B-7 can reach a top speed of 40 knots and comes equipped with a variety of sensors, an advanced autopilot system and a sophisticated on-board camera, which can transmit images to aircraft or the vehicle's pilot.

Shuhaiber explained that the B-7 can be theoretically controlled from anywhere. 'The control station can be on land or on another vessel,' he said. 'It can be anywhere in the world. The only thing that would change is the connections used between the control station and the vessel.'

The B-7 can operate in waves up to two metres tall, and its on-board camera comes equipped with high-tech geo-locking technology that allows it to focus on a certain point even during inclement weather, or during high-speed manoeuvres.

'No matter what you do with the boat, the camera will be locked,' Shuhaiber said. 'You can turn the boat left or right, there can be waves, and the camera will keep looking at that point until you tell it not to.'

Shuhaiber proudly noted that the B-7 was designed and produced entirely in Sharjah. 'We're a local company. This was produced, from A to Z, in the UAE.'

Al Marakeb said that orders for the vessel have already been taken, but declined to give more details. Unmanned maritime systems (UMS) are increasingly in demand worldwide as defence budgets and personnel numbers become smaller. One study, by Market Info Group, estimates that the global UMS market will be worth 11 billion by 2020.

This unmanned vessel can go up to 40 knots | MENAFN.COM

 

[Major Shaitan Singh]

At IDEX 2015 UVZ present promising developments


Scientific and Production Corporation "Uralvagonzavod" in Abu Dhabi at the International exhibition of arms and military equipment IDEX 2015 (International Defence Exhibition) will present promising developments in a wide range of specialties production technology enterprises integrated structure, including - Uralvagonzavod in Nizhny Tagil, " Omsktransmash "(Mr.. Omsk)," Uraltrac "(Chelyabinsk), CRI" Petrel "(Nizhny Novgorod)," Plant №9 »(Ekaterinburg).
In addition to the Company's exposure two-storey stand corporations with total area of 185 Square meters. meters Will the House Upgraded T-90S. The Tank is Represented in the new assembly, Which Takes into account Current trends in the development of armored Vehicles and Adapted to the Conditions of the climatic region. The Demonstration Will be Organized as A static display with Presentation Conducting events, providing an Opportunity to maximize the comfort of familiar with combat and Operational Characteristics of the Product.


For the first time will be presented to the uninhabited combat unit with a rate of 57 mm cannon design CRI "Petrel" in the integration of A 8x8 wheeled design Company EMRATES DEFENCE TECHNOLOGY (UAE). The uniqueness of this module is to combat ITS Layout solutions, high power of ammunition that would allow to hit the battlefield armored most of the existing facilities.


Uninhabited combat module is designed for installation on existing and prospective armored combat vehicles in the course of events in their modernization.
In addition, participants and guests of the exhibition IDEX 2015 will see the production of the corporation in the form of operating and fixed layouts.

Press Service of the UVZ

Gur Khan: Hooray! It is finished! Finally, we have A combat unit to meet the Modern Realities! This news - just like A gift for my Birthday. You CAN not imagine how nice When your Dreams and your Aspirations, ideas for Which struggled for so many years, are Embodied in the Metal! Now, it Remains the Case for Small - to put it on the Chassis BMPT-72. Something like this:

Do not be surprised if at the show RAE-2015 Will we See this car is in the configuration! "Uralvagonzavod", "Petrel" - BRAVO !!!

 

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[Gabriel92]

What is the name of this fighter jet in second picture ?

It is the Korean T50 Golden Eagle.

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Streit Group presented Feona Armored Personnel Carrier

“AutoKrAZ” with Streit Group (Canada-UAE), manufacturer of high quality armored vehicles presented new armored vehicle at the International Defence Exhibition and Conference IDEX-2015 held February 22-26 in Abu Dhabi (UAE).

Feona armored vehicle built on the 6×6 KrAZ-6322 chassis. New APC Feona are provided with the Cummins engine and Allison automatic transmission, vehicle protection meets Stanag 4569 Level 2.

The vehicle includes full armoring with certified ballistic steel and design to resist external ballistic threats from any angle. Vehicles OEM components such as suspension and brake systems are fully upgraded to support the full armor weight. The high capacity wheel and tire assembly comprise of built-in run-flats and bead lock systems. The vehicle interior can be fully customized to specific requirements which include jump seats, benches and individual bucket seats with safety features for personnel protection during high speed and off-road maneuvers.

Streit Group presented Feona Armored Personnel Carrier | Defence blog

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Ateed, an Automated Weapon Station, is presented by MIC-Sudan at IDEX 2015


At IDEX 2015, Military Industry Corporation - Sudan presented its Ateed remote weapon station. Ateed is capable of operating either a 12.7mm HMG or a 7.62mm MG and merges advanced surveillance and detection capabilites of its sensors to achieve excellent battlefield performance and raise weapon effectiveness.

Ateed Automated Weapon Station at IDEX 2015, in Abu Dhabi

Ateed provides a reliable, flexible and powerful weapon station for fighting vehicles, and is capable to work with navy (battleship and vesssels) and permanent defense point's tactics. Ateed integrates a basic surveillance system capabilities including thermal imaging, high resolution day camera and LRF (Laser Range Finder-medium range 10 km). The system is also adapted for two common automatic weapons and vehicle adaptation for in service vehicle is available.

Ateed has an excellent first-round hit probability thanks to ballistic calculations taking into account weapon, range and environmental data. An integrated video tracker uses thermal camera and integrated video and audio recording options. Small system modules allow integration into tight internal vehicle spaces. The integrated firing inhibits zone with field adjustment. Ateed is ideal for different fighting vehicles and a multi-axis stabilization is available in option.

At IDEX 2015, a DSHK 12.7mm Heavy Machine Gun is mounted on the Ateed automated weapon system. To see Ateed, visit MIC-Sudan's booth 12-D30.
Ateed, an Automated Weapon Station, is presented by MIC-Sudan at IDEX 2015 | IDEX 2015 News Official Online Show Daily Coverage | Defence security military exhibition 2015

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Titus Nexter 6x6 multirole armoured vehicle making its premiere in the Middle East at IDEX 2015



At IDEX 2015, the International defense exhibition in Abu Dhabi (UAE), French Company Nexter Systems presents for the first in the Middle East, the TITUS (Tactical Infantry Transport and Utility System), a new multirole wheeled armoured vehicle. The vehicles was unveiled for the first time in 2013, during the defense exhibition in London.

Titus Nexter at IDEX 2015 International Defense Exhibition in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The Nexter TITUS is able to peform a wide range of missions such as transport of infantry troops, combat, combat support and combat service support functions including medical evacuation, cargo transport, peacekeeping and counter-insurgency.

The APC (Armoured Personnel Carrier) version of the TITUS Nexter has seating for ten dismounted troops, a commander station, and a gunner and driver in the front. The front part of the vehicle and the windows provide a protection against small arms firing and shell splinters, Level 1, STANAG 4569 and Level 2 for the crew and soldiers compartment able to withstand a 50 kg IED blast.

The TITUS can be fitted with add-on armour to increase the protection to Level 3 for the engine bonnet and armoured glasses, and Level 4 for the crew and soldiers compartment, with IED protection of 150 kg blast, increased by the original Nexter SAFEPRO® design.

The vehicle can be equipped with any kind of remote control weapon station (RCWS) from 7.62mm to 20mm, and grenade launchers of 40mm, depending on the level of threats and type of missions.

The Nexter TITUS is fully integrated within the C4I network through last generation of electronic combat equipment, as the Nexter Battlefield Management System FINDERS® provides a situational awareness, enhanced by a perimetric camera system, and reconnaissance robot (NERVA® LG), allowing a safe dismounting. The TITUS is fitted with four cameras providing 360° coverage. Standard equipment of the Nexter TITUS includes an air conditioning/heating system, air exchange and NBC protection system.


Titus Nexter 6x6 multirole armoured vehicle making its premiere in the Middle East at IDEX 2015 | IDEX 2015 News Official Online Show Daily Coverage | Defence security military exhibition 2015

 

[Hindustani78]

23 February 2015
IDEX 2015: Photographic Recap of Day Two

 

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