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Paris Debut for IMI's Advanced Remote Weapon Stations

14 June, 2010

IMI is displaying have recently launched two new models of its WAVE line of Advanced, Remotely Operated Weapon Stations. WAVE systems have been fielded with a number of customers, among them NATO and Asian countries.

The WAVE line of Advanced, Remotely Operated Weapon Stations comprises four models, all equipped with advanced servo controlled pedestal with optional stabilization, mounting different types of weapons, and advanced optronics. Employing the Wave, operators can continue to perform all combat missions, including day and night observation, target acquisition and weapon operation, while protected by the armor.

Of the four models, Wave 100 and 200 are designed to mount a wide range of light, medium or heavy automatic weapons including 7.62 mm light machine gun or the Browning 0.5" heavy machine guns or various types of 40mm Automatic Grenade Launchers (AGL). The Wave 300 model is uniquely tailored for the 12.7 mm NSTV machine gun commonly used in the Eastern Bloc. The WAVE 200 Weapon Station is mounted on the Panhard VBR vehicle, on display at the IMI stand C701.

At Eurosatory, IMI introduces WAVE 400, the latest member of IMI's family of remotely operated weapon stations. WAVE 400 represents a new, modular approach featuring light weight, small dimensions and affordability, providing a cost effective solution for equipping large numbers of light armored vehicles with this life saving capability. Like the other weapon stations in the WAVE family, the Wave 400 accommodates weapons of different calibers. It is designed primarily for the M240 7.62mm machine gun, but can also be adapted to mount a Browning 0.5" HMG. WAVE-400 is equipped with full-featured electro-optical channel and control system. The modular design can accommodate add-on features tailored for the user's requirements. The WAVE-400 is mounted on the Musketeer Multirole Light Armored Vehicle from Saymar, displayed at the Israeli Pavilion at Hall 6, stand B 640.

About IMI:
Israel Military Industries (IMI) is a diversified, high-technology company specializing in the development, manufacturing and deployment of a wide range of state-of-the-art combatready solutions. The company's is located in Ramat Hasharon, Israel. More information about IMI can be found at www.imi-israel.com

For more information contact:
Israel Military Industries Ltd. (IMI)
P.O.B. 1044 Ramat Hasharon 47100 Israel
Tel: 972-3-5485790 Fax: 972-3-5486797
Web Site: www.imi-israel.com
E-mail: rsokolower@imi-israel.com