Rheinmetall at IDEX 2017

From February 19 to 23, 2017, Rheinmetall will present its products and capabilities as a strong partner for security forces at the International Defence Exhibition IDEX - one of the most important defense exhibitions in a key security region.

At IDEX 2017, the high-technology company for security and mobility once again emphasizes its role as a strong partner for security forces worldwide. The following products and activities will be presented for the first time at the Rheinmetall Stand 09-A10:

– Cyber Defence: The cyber network security solution _cyel equilibrium and the Cyber-Radar "cyobs";

– Multi-Mission Unmanned Ground Vehicle: unmanned multi-purpose wheeled vehicle for versatile applications, which can be equipped with Rheinmetall or customer-specific subsystems;

– Sea Snake-27: a 27mm revolver machine cannon for maritime applications;

– Fieldranger: a new 20mm weapon station that establishes a whole family of remotely controlled weapon stations;

– “Below Patriot Concept”: a solution to combat weapons that cannot be engaged by larger rocket-based air defense systems;

– MASS_OCR with Off-Board Corner Reflector and MASS Stand Alone with sensor suite: two new members of Rheinmetall's proven ship protection system family Multi Ammunition Softkill System.

– VarioRay LowProfile and separate weapon lamp: two additional modular components of the laser-light module family VarioRay.First time: Cyber Defence and Multi-Mission-UGV Worldwide, nations are facing not only military or asymmetric threats. In our interconnected world, the protection of cyberspace gains strategic importance. The same goes for protecting critical infrastructure or borders. Rheinmetall is presenting its activities in the field of Cyber Defence for the first time. This includes the Cyber network security solution _cyel equilibrium and the Cyber-Radar "cyobs". This surveys, analyzes, and visualizes the cyber space, making it visible and manageable. Cyobs is an important product for a cyber situational picture. Robotics is becoming increasingly important in both the military field and civilian security authorities. At IDEX, Rheinmetall presents for the first time an unmanned multi-purpose wheeled vehicle, suitable for a variety of applications: tactical surveillance, CBRN reconnaissance,

radio relay station, transport tasks, casualty evacuation, or as an effector platform. It can be equipped with customer-specific or Rheinmetall subsystems.

Rheinmetall also provides versatile integrated solutions for protecting critical infrastructure. The strength of the system house lies in networking different sensors and effectors.

Leadership in Cannon Design

With the motto "Leadership in Cannon Design," Rheinmetall underscores its comprehensive expertise in the field of medium-caliber systems. From 20mm x 128 to 35mm x 228, Rheinmetall covers all common calibers - whether gas-operated, revolver cannon, or externally powered weapon. In addition, there is a wide range of highly effective ammunition for various applications.

At IDEX 2017, Rheinmetall will introduce its 27mm revolver machine cannon "Sea Snake-27" for maritime applications. Based on the proven Marine Lightweight Gun MLG-27NG, it features an adaptable Multi-Mode Multi-Target Tracker sensor unit and is a highly effective all-round effector in close and near areas, demonstrating its effectiveness against asymmetric threats as a scatter weapon and with the option of precise single shots.Also, the new 20mm weapon station Fieldranger will be on display at the Rheinmetall booth, which will establish a new family of weapon stations. This includes the also displayed fully digitalized and stabilized weapon stations Amarok for light and medium machine guns and Qimek for heavy machine guns. As another medium-caliber gun, Rheinmetall presents its Oerlikon Revolver Gun Mk3, which also serves as an example of the leading role of the high-technology group for security and mobility in ground-based air defense.

Rheinmetall also takes a leadership role in the development of tank cannons. The 120mm smoothbore technology used in the Leopard 2 and M1A1 Abrams is still considered the benchmark today. Rheinmetall is currently working on further forward-looking technologies. On the one hand, the performance of the 120mm tank cannons is to be increased. Furthermore, the company is working on armament for future combat vehicle systems in the caliber 130mm. The first successful firing tests took place in December 2016. At IDEX, visitors can learn about Rheinmetall's extensive weapon system and ammunition expertise.

Air Defense

The Oerlikon Revolver Gun Mk3 is a fully remote-controlled, autonomous, and network-capable 35mm platform. It features a tracking sensor unit with X-band tracking radar and electro-optical sensors as well as integrated components of electronic warfare. This allows for rapid and autonomous processing of externally assigned targets.

Oerlikon Skynex, Oerlikon Revolver Gun Mk3, Oerlikon Laser Gun, Skymaster, X-TAR

At IDEX 2017, the cannon is integrated into a "Below Patriot Concept." Rheinmetall presents a solution to combat weapons that cannot be engaged by larger rocket-based air defense systems - such as mortar shells, smaller rockets, drones, etc. - or have penetrated their protective shield as "leakers." In addition to the cannon, the other effectors in the five realistic scenarios shown are the high-energy laser effector and the "Cheetah" missile.

Leading Manufacturer for Tactical Land Mobility

Rheinmetall's Division Vehicle Systems is one of the world's strongest organizations for tactical land mobility. The portfolio ranges from trucks and wheeled armored vehicles to heavy combat vehicles. The wheeled armored vehicle Fuchs is one of the world's proven products. It will be on display at IDEX 2017 in an NBC reconnaissance variant. Furthermore, Rheinmetall underscores its proven expertise with the German battle tank family with the displayed Leopard 2 PL. Representing the logistical vehicles are a TGS 4x4 and an HX 77. The HX family - a military-off-the-shelf product family - represents the core of a globally deployable fleet of highly mobile and, when necessary, protected transport vehicles. There are currently around 10,000 units in use worldwide - which brings great advantages in terms of interoperability and logistics, especially for multinational operations. The HX family comes in variants from 4x4 to 10x10. Whether cargo, tanker, recovery vehicle, system carrier, fold-road, or bridge layer - everything is possible.

Simulation & Training

Rheinmetall is one of the leading manufacturers of simulation and training solutions for the army, air force, and navy. The spectrum ranges from e-learning to the design, equipment, and operation of training centers. At IDEX, Rheinmetall will showcase a sample of its expertise in this area. For example, the "Leopard Gunnery Skills Trainer" for training combat crew on-site will be present. Rheinmetall will also present its Legatus Live Training product family. This enables the training of complex military operations, both in open terrain and urban environments, in stationary and mobile training centers.

Comprehensive Expertise

Rheinmetall's comprehensive expertise in soldier systems, high-performance optics, optronics, and sensors, or comprehensive protection solutions rounds off the IDEX appearance. Visitors can learn about the latest laser-light modules and fire control technology for infantry weapons, sensor platforms, as well as mortar, combat vehicle, and artillery ammunition. Also presented are the Multi Ammunition Softkill System MASS for maritime applications or the soldier systems Gladius and Argus, which integrate infantrymen into networked operations.

Rheinmetall looks forward to your visit at their booth 09-A10!

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