Israeli defense technology company SMARTSHOOTER announced it will present a new configuration of its combat-proven SMASH 3000 fire control system at the DSEI 2025 exhibition in London.
The development follows the company’s participation in Project VANAHEIM/FLYTRAP, a UK–U.S. initiative aimed at accelerating the adoption of Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) technologies for general combat units.
During the trial, the SMASH 3000 was mounted for the first time on a heavy machine gun, while the SMASH HOPPER Light Remotely Controlled Weapon Station was integrated onto a reconnaissance vehicle. SMARTSHOOTER said the systems successfully intercepted unmanned aerial systems at ranges up to 400 meters.
The company emphasized that SMASH systems were also tested for network connectivity and compatibility with existing digital command networks. Fully integrated with the Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK), the SMASH 3000 demonstrated seamless data transfer with a battlefield management system (BMS). This capability allows target data from the BMS to be linked directly to the SMASH 3000, providing shooters with enhanced situational awareness and enabling coordinated target engagement.
Michal Mor, CEO of SMARTSHOOTER, highlighted the importance of the trials: “Project VANAHEIM provided a valuable opportunity to evaluate our systems in a modern complex battlefield environment for generalist combat units. The extension of the SMASH Fire Control Systems into new configurations, including HMG and vehicle-mounted configurations, reflects our continued focus on delivering adaptable, effective solutions for evolving threats. At DSEI, we are proud to present these advancements, which build on the operational experience gained with SMASH systems already in service with the UK, US, and numerous other NATO forces.”
SMARTSHOOTER’s SMASH family of fire control systems has already been deployed by leading militaries worldwide. Designed to provide precision, enhanced situational awareness, and increased effectiveness in combat, the systems have been used in both dismounted and vehicle-mounted roles. By adapting the SMASH 3000 to heavy machine guns, the company is expanding its utility against drones and other emerging threats on the battlefield.
The company said its goal is to provide combat units with scalable and adaptable tools to meet evolving operational challenges. The heavy machine gun integration, combined with vehicle-mounted and remote-operated variants, illustrates the growing flexibility of the SMASH line across multiple mission profiles.