Tel Aviv: Israeli company Smart Shooter, has unveiled its SMASH X4, a Fire Control System with a x4 magnifying optic scope. According to the company, SMASH X4 combines a x4 magnifying optic scope with Smart Shooter’s SMASH unique fire control capabilities, thus providing extended detection, recognition & identification ranges for the shooter as well as extended lethality ranges.
The SMASH X4 also includes an etched reticle to allow shooting without battery power. An optional integrated Laser Range Finder (LRF) enables range measurement both as a user-initiated capability as well as a system input for improved precision. Night-capability is also available by using the X4 with thermal night vision devices as a clip-on.
Smart Shooter approves that it has recently completed the delivery of thousands of additional SMASH systems for the IDF and other customers. Deployed and combat-proven, the SMASH family of fire control systems lock on target and ensure precise target elimination of ground, aerial, static or moving targets during day and night operations.
Equipped with an onboard computer to perform complex targeting solutions, SMASH enables superior situational awareness and can be operated as a stand-alone solution as well as combined with other systems to provide an effective multi-layer defence solution.
Michal Mor, Smart Shooter – CEO said, “Handheld operated, remotely controlled, robotic or UAV mounted, the SMASH technology provides a multi-applicative capability and enables the platoon to be smart, precise and connected. The SMASH family of products can be provided separately as stand-alone solutions or in various combinations explicitly tailored to each customer’s operational needs and tactical scenarios. By combining advanced augmentation display with connectivity to sensors, C4I systems and other SMASH solutions, the SMASH technology enhances the force’s situational awareness and lethality.”
Last year the US marines purchased several of the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000 systems. The purchase was made by the marines Warfighting Laboratory, through its Rapid Capabilities Office (MCRCO). According to the company, it has also signed a cooperative research & development agreement with US Naval Surface Warfare Centre, Crane Division (NSWC Crane). Under this agreement, the US Navy will evaluate the use of SMASH technology on ships and vessels for Counter-UAS purposes. This collaboration aims to perform joint integration and evaluation of Smart Shooter’s technology with weapons and ammunition currently supporting the US Navy’s mission.
With an increased hit probability for small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) and increased engagement range, Smart Shooter’s SMASH technology has demonstrated the potential to increase the Navy’s ability to engage sUAS at the individual level – using existing weapons and ammunition in inventory.
Last year, Smart Shooter tested a version of its SMASH systems for infantry soldiers on an armed vehicle. The company’s Smash Hopper Light Remote-Controlled Weapon Station (LRCWS), was mounted on Plasan Reem’s Armoured Toyota Hilux and successfully shot and hit several moving ground and air targets from more than 300 meters.
The company says it provides “One Shot – One Hit” capability while controlled by an operator from a safe distance or from inside a protected vehicle. According to the company, SMASH Hopper is ideal for deployment on various lightweight manned and unmanned vehicles & platforms, with a wide range of applications.
The company says that it has day and night capability with automatic scanning and target detection and therefore is ideal for multiple mission scenarios including force protection, border security, anti-drone, remote ambush, as well as low profile operations at complex urban environments.
Smart Shooter says that with a weight of approximately 15 Kg, SMASH Hopper can be integrated into an existing Command-and-Control system (C2), providing operators with the ability to hand-off or receive targets across existing communications networks.
Featuring a safe trigger mechanism, a mounting solution, and a ruggedized Remote-Control Unit (RCU), SMASH Hopper provides a pan–and–tilt capability for the weapon system and can be controlled via cable or wireless connectivity ,offering day and night capability with automatic scanning and target detection.
According to Smart Shooter, SMASH Hopper is ideal for multiple mission areas including force protection, border security anti-drone, remote ambush, and offensive action operations at complex environments. It can be mounted utilizing a standalone deployable tripod, a stationary fixed mast or a lightweight vehicle.
-The writer is an Israel-based freelance journalist. The views expressed are of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of Raksha Anirveda
