The US Army has awarded a $162.2m contract to Kongsberg Defense to supply 3,849 common remotely operated weapon stations (CROWS).
The weapons control system is also know as a remote weapon station (RWS) and is specifically designed to protect armoured military vehicles and crew from enemy fire.
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The system enables the crew to remain inside the vehicle and effectively operate the weapon and sensor systems while well protected. The platform also integrates light and medium-calibre guns as well as missile and grenade launchers.
The total estimated amount of the additional CROWS to be supplied to the army is $820m.
Work will be carried out in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and is expected to be complete by 1 August 2012.
The contract has been awarded by the US Army Contracting Command, Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey.
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