Israeli army buys advanced mortar munitions

Elbit Systems has announced a contract valued at approximately $190 million to supply its Iron Sting laser and GPS-guided mortar munition to the Israeli Ministry of Defense.

The contract is set to be completed over the next two years.

The Iron Sting is a state-of-the-art, precision-guided mortar munition that can be launched from a 120mm mortar system. Utilizing both GPS and laser guidance technology, it is designed to accurately target and destroy objectives within a range of up to 10 kilometers. The munition features a multi-mode fuze with Point Detonation (PD), Point Detonation Delay (PDD), and Proximity Sensor (PRX) operating modes. The loading time for the Iron Sting is approximately 15 seconds, making it a highly efficient solution in combat situations.

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Yehuda (Udi) Vered, General Manager of Elbit Systems Land, highlighted the significance of this contract, stating, “Following the combat experience our cutting-edge guided mortar munition has accumulated, this contract further cements our position as a market leader in precision-guided solutions. With the rise of military conflicts in urban environments, armed forces around the world demand accurate technologies that minimize collateral damage. Elbit Systems’ Iron Sting meets this critical need.”

The Iron Sting’s advanced guidance system allows for precise targeting, reducing the risk of collateral damage in densely populated urban areas. This capability is increasingly important as modern military operations often take place in environments where minimizing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage is paramount.

Elbit Systems has a strong track record of developing and supplying advanced defense solutions. The Iron Sting munition is a testament to the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence in meeting the evolving needs of armed forces worldwide.

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