Hensoldt Wins Major Bundeswehr Contract for Dynahawk Fire Control Sights.

Hensoldt, a German defense technology company, has secured a new contract from the Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology, and In-Service Support (BAAINBw). Announced on August 13, 2024, the contract involves the delivery of advanced "Dynahawk" fire control sights, with deliveries scheduled for 2024 and 2025. The agreement also includes an option for additional systems in 2026, with the total contract value in the multi-million Euro range.
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The Dynahawk fire control sight is a sophisticated system that enhances the precision of anti-tank weapons, especially when engaging moving and long-range targets (Picture source: Hensoldt)

This contract highlights the Bundeswehr’s ongoing efforts to modernize its equipment, particularly by enhancing the effectiveness of its infantry forces in modern combat scenarios. The Dynahawk system is designed to significantly improve the accuracy and performance of anti-tank and anti-structure weaponry. This is crucial for the Bundeswehr, which aims to better equip its troops to meet the demands of contemporary warfare.

The Dynahawk fire control sight is a sophisticated system that enhances the precision of anti-tank weapons, especially when engaging moving and long-range targets. Key features include a 5.5x optical magnification, a laser rangefinder, and an advanced ballistics computer that factors in environmental variables such as temperature, air pressure, and angular movement. Additionally, it automatically detects the type of ammunition loaded and adjusts ballistic calculations accordingly, ensuring optimal accuracy.

A notable feature of the Dynahawk is its ability to program the firing point, which is particularly useful for deploying air-burst ammunition. This capability enhances the versatility of the weapon systems it integrates with, allowing for more precise and effective operations in diverse combat situations.

The Dynahawk is fully interoperable with two key weapon systems in the Bundeswehr’s arsenal: the "Wirkmittel 90," a long-range variant of the MATADOR-AS, and the "Leichte Wirkmittel 1800+," also known as the MBDA Enforcer. The Wirkmittel 90, based on the MATADOR-AS platform, is a versatile shoulder-fired weapon system designed for both anti-armor and anti-structure roles. This system is a joint development between Germany, Israel, and Singapore, aimed at providing infantry units with a portable yet powerful solution for engaging a variety of targets. The integration with the Dynahawk sight further enhances its precision, particularly when targeting moving or distant threats.

The Leichte Wirkmittel 1800+, or MBDA Enforcer, is a lightweight, man-portable guided missile system designed for infantry use, offering precise engagement capabilities against light-armored vehicles and fortifications. The interoperability of these weapons with the Dynahawk sight system, without requiring modifications, simplifies operations and increases battlefield flexibility.

According to Josef Reif, Sales Manager in Hensoldt’s Sights division, the Dynahawk significantly increases the first-hit probability on dynamic and distant targets. Additionally, the integration of the Dynahawk with Hensoldt’s IRV-MR night vision attachment ensures operational capability during nighttime engagements.

This new order builds on Hensoldt's previous successful deliveries of fire control sights, reinforcing the company’s role as a key supplier of advanced defense technology to the Bundeswehr. As deliveries proceed in 2024 and 2025, with the potential for further orders in 2026, the Dynahawk system plays a crucial role in enhancing the operational effectiveness of Germany's infantry forces.