

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.įeaturing 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.Īccording 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. 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, a world-class designer, developer, and manufacturer of innovative fire control systems that significantly increase the accuracy and lethality. According to the company, SMASH Hopper is ideal for deployment on various lightweight manned and unmanned vehicles & platforms, with a wide range of applications. SMARTSHOOTER and Roboteam unveiled an integrated solution of an autonomous tactical robot equipped with a AI-based weapon station that automatically home in. The SMASH X4 combines an x4 magnifying optic scope with SMARTSHOOTERs fire control capabilities providing extended range detection, recognition &. 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. 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. Last year, Smart Shooter tested a version of its SMASH systems for infantry soldiers on an armed vehicle. 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. 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.

Under this agreement, the US Navy will evaluate the use of SMASH technology on ships and vessels for Counter-UAS purposes. According to the company, it has also signed a cooperative research & development agreement with US Naval Surface Warfare Centre, Crane Division (NSWC Crane). The purchase was made by the marines Warfighting Laboratory, through its Rapid Capabilities Office (MCRCO). By David Crane david (at) defensereview (dot) com MaAn Israeli company called Smart Shooter Ltd. Last year the US marines purchased several of the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000 systems.
