Turret systems and weapon stations

Terrorism, failed states, far-flung regional conflicts and humanitarian crises: these sources of political instability pose a virulent threat to national and international security. Because non-state actors almost invariably employ the techniques and tactics of asymmetric warfare, the world’s armed forces need new capabilities in order to secure successful outcomes in modern combat situations and post-conflict scenarios. They require well-armed, highly mobile, universally deployable vehicles designed for maximum survivability. Flexible, easy-to-integrate turret systems and weapon stations are an excellent means of boosting combat effectiveness, enabling friendly forces to respond to aggression with massive firepower from the safety of an armoured fighting compartment. 
 
Modular in concept, turret systems and weapon stations from Rheinmetall Defence offer excellent crew protection. A combination of modular architecture, ease of integration and flexible armament means that they can be mounted onto practically any platform, and used in a huge variety of operational scenarios.

LANCE modular turret system
 

Featuring 360° armour protection, the medium-calibre LANCE modular turret system is based on a new concept and can be deployed in a wide variety of combat and security roles. Its systematic modularity enables maximum variability, combining excellent survivability with a ready upgrade capability. Innovative optronic modules assure high-precision fire control. Depending on customer requirements, and thanks to a multitude of different modules, LANCE is available either in a two-man turret configuration or as a remote control turret system.

 

609M weapon station with double armament
 

The 609M modular weapon station enables lightly armoured vehicles to defend themselves against air and ground attacks.  It can be armed with two different weapon systems such as a light or heavy machinegun and an automatic grenade launcher. The crew can operate the weapons and reload without having to leave the safety of the fighting compartment. Moreover, the weapon station’s modular layout lends itself to a wide array of additional options.

 

Amarok weapon station
 

The Amarok weapon station was specially designed to give light vehicles and trucks a robust self-defence capability. Based on a remote control concept, this highly modular system meets the highest ergonomic standards as well as wide range of customer requirements. These include the integration of different calibre weapon systems thanks to a universal cradle. Furthermore, Amarok can be mounted on many different tracked and wheeled vehicles.

 

Nanuk weapon stations
 

A third-generation weapon station, Nanuk combines high-precision reconnaissance capabilities with excellent firepower. Nanuk serves as the main armament for medium-weight and heavily armoured platforms as well as logistics vehicles in combat situations and peacekeeping missions. It is also the perfect answer for robust law enforcement and border patrol operations. Based on a remote control concept, Nanuk meets a whole host of customer specifications, including integration of different calibre weapon systems.

Qimek weapon station
 

Modular design and a high degree of flexibility characterize the fully stabilized Qimek weapon station. Equipped with a universal cradle, the system can be fitted with a variety of weapons, including a 40mm grenade launcher. Virtually any optical system can be integrated into this weapon station. Weighing 200kg, Qimek is the ideal weapon station for protecting armoured vehicles in a wide variety of scenarios.