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FN
Herstal at Eurosatory 2010 |
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| Wednesday,
09 June 2010, 12:30 AM |
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New
integrated weapons system FN Herstal called the MPV (Medium
Vehicle Pintle) |
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(Herstal,
Belgium) – June 8, 2010. Following market requirements,
Belgium-based firearms manufacturer FN Herstal has recently
designed and developed a new integrated weapons system called
the Medium Vehicle Pintle (MVP) that provides vehicles operated
by Armed Forces - and Special Forces in particular - with
maximum firepower.
The Medium Vehicle Pintle is derived from technology that
has contributed to FN Herstal's success in airborne applications
over the recent years. |
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FN
Herstal MPV Medium Vehicle Pintle Weapons System |
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The
MVP features:
- the exclusive .50 cal M3P/M3M (GAU-21) machine guns, which
is currently in use on more than 2,500 helicopters and subsonic
aircraft worldwide, providing a high firing rate of 1,100
rounds per minute and featuring unique operating angles
(±80° elevation and ±80° depression)
- a soft mount system that absorbs recoil forces and guarantees
outstanding balance during burst and unequalled firing accuracy
- a 300-round ammunition box mounted on the pintle head,
which eliminates the need for a flexible chute
- a telescopic shoulder brace which ensures maximum comfort
for short and long range target acquisition
- a standard pintle connection interface for easy installation
on the vehicle
- an optional links collector. |
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The
MVP is a fully mechanical system that does not require any
electrical power to function, making firing possible even
under extreme conditions of electrical power loss of vehicle.
The well thought out design of the MVP has resulted in the
most powerful and reliable vehicle weapons system on the
market, combining light weight, compact size and optimum
efficiency.
The Medium Vehicle Pintle will be on display in FN Herstal's
booth at EUROSATORY in Paris from 14 to 18 June 2010 (Belgian
Pavilion, Hall 6, Stand No. F201). |
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| About
FN Herstal |
FN
Herstal, S.A., a subsidiary of the Herstal Group, is based
in Belgium and is a world leader in the design, development
and manufacture of small caliber weapons, integrated weapon
systems and associated ammunition for Military and Law Enforcement
as well as Special Forces Operators worldwide. FN Herstal
has successfully equipped defense professionals with state-of-the-art
weapons and associated products for more than 120 years.
Its solid reputation can be attributed to its rigorous professional
ethics, its ongoing effort to achieve foremost quality and
its commitment to efficient service and outstanding customer
support. For more information on FN Herstal, visit www.fnherstal.com. |
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