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Raytheon scoops $45m torpedo deal
Robust RG41 stays cool for desert test
BAE Systems has released the successful recent results of a hot weather desert trial with the RG41 wheeled armoured combat vehicle. The RG41 completed the trial on its first attempt with no failures, which verified the vehicle’s mobility, power, cooling system, internal space, fuel efficiency, air conditioning and robust design in both sand and rocky conditions. The company says this is one of the most affordable 8x8 vehicles now available. Johan Steyn, Managing
Director Land Systems, South Africa, said. “We are proud of this achievement, and with many of our RG series vehicles
> LATIS
A 24-hour, 360º ‘see through armour’ indirect vision system, LATIS provides an information sharing network that interfaces to cameras and sensors mounted on the vehicle, providing situational awareness within the vehicle. The network allows sharing of information between stations. Video imagery can be enhanced and stitched to create seamless 360º coverage.
already battle proven, the RG41 is another example of BAE Systems enhancing customer safety while helping them complete their missions.” The RG41 Wheeled Armoured
Combat Vehicle, which was formally launched last year, features a unique modular mine-protected design and integrated independent suspension and driveline. The vehicle is a highly
versatile wheeled combat vehicle suitable for multiple theatres. It features a semi-V shaped hull, high payload capacity, class leading turning circle and excellent power-to-weight ratio. The RG41 platform was put to the test through five
> Explosive Resistant Display Equipment
The RG41 situational awareness display employs Rockwell Collins ERDE display incorporating BAE Systems digital mapping software. The display withstands IED explosions and remains fixed in the vehicle. ERDE complements the Rockwell Collins (Explosion Resistant GPS Receiver, proven in combat in Afghanistan.
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landmine explosions under the repairable bottom structure. The vehicle was complete with various other BAE Systems components integrated in the vehicle, such as TRT, LATIS, ERDE and SCROTH seats and restraints (see below). TRT-25 is a remotely operated
turret which provides self protection and ground fire support for Light Armoured Vehicles (LAVs), Mine Protected Vehicles (MPVs) and Infantry Fighting Vehicles (IFVs). The turret’s control station can be integrated anywhere in the vehicle allowing for increased internal space for crew or extra payload, making it suitable for deployment in multiple theatres.
> Schroth Mine Blast Seating/Restraints
The lightweight troop mine blast seating systems with All Belts to Seat (ABTS) restraint system is a suspended seating solution with integrated footrest. Seating options include forward, rear and side facing. The system also includes an extensive range of restraint solutions for driver, crew and top cover/gunner positions.
Raytheon Company has been awarded a $45.3mn U.S. Navy con- tract to provide MK 54 lightweight torpedo hardware, test equipment, spares and related engineering and repair services for U.S. fleet inventory and in support of foreign military sales to the Royal Austral- ian Navy and the Indian Navy. “As enemy submarines remain a threat to security and access to the world’s oceans, naval forces worldwide require a reliable and effective undersea warfare weapon,” said Kevin Peppe, vice president of Seapower Capability Systems for Raytheon’s Integrated Defence Systems business. “With the U.S. Navy, we continue to advance the development of the world’s most effective lightweight torpedo” Raytheon is the U.S. Navy’s sole production supplier for MK 54 light- weight torpedo hardware, in produc- tion since 1999. With an established infrastructure and workforce located with the Naval Undersea Warfare Centre, Keyport, Washington, the company works closely with the Navy on lightweight torpedoes for U.S. and allied fleets.
The MK 54 is the Navy’s next- generation anti-submarine warfare (ASW) weapon deployed from surface ships, helicopters and fixed- wing aircraft to detect and attack underwater targets.
Sophisticated processing algo- rithms allow the MK 54 to analyse information, delete false targets or countermeasures, and then pursue identified threats. It is designed for deep water and littoral environ- ments, making it the only lightweight torpedo capable of striking any underwater target in the world’s oceans, regardless of water depth. Integrated on-board the MH-60R maritime helicopter, the MK 54 is the primary weapon for the helicopter’s ASW mission.
Most recently, the U.S. Navy launched the first MK 54 lightweight torpedo from the P-8A Poseidon aircraft. The torpedo adds a critical capability to these long-range anti- surface warfare surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft.
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