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EuroTrophy Unveils Enhanced Trophy APS for Evolving UAS and Top-Attack Threats.
EuroTrophy GmbH, a European defense company and a joint venture between Rafael, KNDS Deutschland, and General Dynamics European Land Systems, has introduced an advanced version of its Trophy Active Protection System (APS). This updated system is designed for main battle tanks as well as medium and heavy armored vehicles, responding to modern threats faced by armed forces in various operational theaters.
Leopard 2A7 with Trophy APS demonstrated during the NATO Days in September 2023 (Picture source: EuroTrophy)
The Trophy APS, operational since 2011 and already adopted by NATO, offers advanced protection against contemporary anti-armor threats, including anti-tank missiles, HEAT rounds, and drones. Easily adaptable to a wide range of armored vehicles, Trophy provides 360-degree protection and operates effectively across different terrains, from forests to deserts and urban zones. With integrated hostile fire detection (HFD), the system ensures comprehensive coverage in azimuth and elevation, including top-attack defenses, delivering proven combat efficiency with over two million operational hours and a high interception success rate.
According to EuroTrophy GmbH's Managing Director Dan Kalfus, this new capability, added through a software upgrade, equips the system to counter guided anti-tank missiles (ATGMs), rocket-propelled grenades (RPGs), and UAV threats. “This capability is based on lessons from current military conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, where armored personnel carriers and main battle tanks have been vulnerable to first-person-view (FPV) drone attacks and similar threats,” explained Kalfus, highlighting the relevance of these enhancements in light of recent experiences in Ukraine.
The system’s upgrade, which does not require hardware modifications, relies solely on software adjustments and utilizes the existing suite of sensors and effectors. This approach retains the system’s weight and size, allowing current users of Trophy APS to enhance their fleets' protection capabilities without altering equipment specifications. "The update is available for current Trophy users," noted Kalfus, adding that it is also intended for potential new customers, particularly in Europe, where several countries are presently modernizing their land forces.
Kalfus stated that the upgraded system has already demonstrated its effectiveness in live-fire scenarios. EuroTrophy made the decision to introduce this upgrade to the market only after thoroughly validating its maturity and reliability. With this proven effectiveness, EuroTrophy is positioned as a key partner for nations seeking to enhance the defense of their armored vehicles against an expanding range of threats.
The Trophy APS is already integrated into several main battle tanks in use by land forces worldwide, including the Abrams, Leopard, and Challenger tanks. The system is also adaptable for other vehicles favored by European forces, such as the K2 Black Panther. In addition to main battle tanks, the system can be installed on infantry fighting vehicles and other military platforms, offering flexible integration across a wide array of military vehicles.