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Crossbow

Most advanced and effective turreted mortar solution

Elbit Systems' Crossbow Next Generation Turreted Mortar System, has a capability of shooting the first round in less than 30 seconds, has a maximum rate of ten rounds per minute with a sustained rate of fire of six rounds per minute, with a short sensor-to-shooter circle.

Crossbow can fire a variety of munitions including the Iron Sting guided mortar munition providing effective range of up to 10 kilometers. No indexing loading is required for the Crossbow turret and it has the capability of 360 degree infinite pivot.

Designed for UT-120m turrets, it can be integrated onto 6X6, 8X8 wheeled platforms and tracked vehicles as well as stationary platforms. This makes Crossbow fully compatible with existing NATO ammunition requirements. The Crossbow is fitted with a computerized fire control system, a land navigation system and can be operated in a GPS denied environment.

 

Operational capabilities

Crossbow’s automatic loading system delivers precision strike capability and reduced sensor-to-shooter loop duration, especially for first round. The 120mm turreted mortar system features a 360⁰ traversable turret for unrestricted rotation and is capable of operating in a GPS-denied environment.

  • Automatic loading system: Enhances performance of 120mm mortar turret, delivering increased rate of fire and precision for sustained fire support and maximum impact. Reduces operational risks and resources.
     
  • Diverse fire capabilities: Auto-loading and rapid continuous high rate of fire. Capable of firing all types of 120mm NATO standard ammunition and guided mortar munition (GMM) in direct fire including on-the-move and supports multiple rounds simultaneous impact (MRSI) at both high and low angles.
     
  • Precision-strike capability: Rapid high-capacity strikes with high reliability, including pre-planned target engagement.
     
  • Extended effective range: Breech loaded 3m long-range (LR) barrel for improved range and accuracy.
     
  • Compatibility: Can be mounted on 6x6 and 8x8 wheeled vehicles, tracked vehicles, and UGVs.