2021-02-02
New Game Changing Feature For Patria Nemo
Global market leader in state-of-the-art mortar systems, Patria, has finalised a new fire-on-the-move capability to Patria Nemo which will enable troops to be in constant movement while on combat missions.
The new fire-on-the-move capability will empower troops in both direct and indirect fire missions. This new feature allows troops to move the mortar system during fire missions and stay away from being a clear target from counter-battery fire.
With the fire-on-the-move capability locating a target, aiming and opening the fire is remarkably faster and more efficient without stops in the fire mission.
The new capability of Patria Nemo is a real game changer on the battlefield and according to the Finnish firm, is a unique feature and has no competitor claiming a similar capability.
As a turreted, light weight and remote-controlled 120 mm mortar system with a high level of mobility, protection and accuracy, Patria Nemo is capable of both direct and indirect fire and can be accurately fired from a moving vehicle.
The fire-on-the-move capability is one of the features that makes Patria Nemo mortar system particularly advanced. “Patria had originally developed the fire-on-the-move capability for Patria Nemo Navy version several years ago, but due to tightened customer expectations and the prospects of the battlefield, the development was taken a step further,” explains Kari Reunamäki, Vice President of the weapon systems business line.
The new feature of Patria Nemo takes mobility, protection and firepower to the next level both on land and sea.
Patria Nemo mortar system, weighing 1,900 kg, has a full 360º traverse and weapon elevation from -3 up to 85 degrees. Depending on the platform, vehicle equipped with Patria Nemo can stow 50-60 rounds of 120 mm ammunition. “Speed is its greatest advantage. The vehicle does not have to stop in order to fire, as all functions can be performed on the move. This makes it possible to open fire almost immediately after the command is given,” says Reunamäki. A vehicle in constant motion also makes Patria Nemo a more difficult target.
Patria is exhibiting at stand 08-B19
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