Weapon system for combat platforms
A remote controlled weapon station (RCWS ), remotely operated weapon system (ROWS ), or remote weapon system (RWS ), is a remotely operated light or medium-caliber weapon system, often equipped with a fire-control system , that can be installed on a ground combat vehicle or sea- and air-based combat platform.[ 1]
Such equipment is used on modern military vehicles, as it allows a gunner to remain in the relative protection of the vehicle. It may be retrofitted onto existing vehicles, for example, the CROWS system is being fitted to American Humvees .
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