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Russia offers Egypt advanced weapons, electronic warfare gear to equip Mistral-class LHD.
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Gibka 3M-47 naval turret mount, air defense missile system (Image renderring: DCNS) |
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At the bow, starboard side of Vladivostok, the following weapon systems are expected to be fitted: 1- AK-630M CIWS 2- DP-65, 55 mm antisaboteur grenade launcher 3- 14,5mm KPVT heavy machine gun on an MTPU mount (Image renderring: DCNS) |
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Navy Recognition comments:
While they were still intended for the Russian Navy, Vladivostok type Mistral LHDs were set to receive a fully Russian weapons fit: Self protection against air threats were going to be fulfilled by two Gibka 3M-47 air defense missile system: One located the bow, port side and another system located at the stern, starboard side. Two AK-630M CIWS were set to be fitted (bow, starboard side and stern, port side) for close range protection against air and surface threats. Some 14,5mm heavy machine guns were planned to be installed for protection against close range asymmetrical threats. Four DP-65 antisaboteur grenade launchers were to be fitted on each side of the vessels. It is designed for protection of ships against attacks of underwater combat swimmers at external roadstead open anchor stops and bases. The system ensures single-shot and salvo fire with rocket grenades RG-55M and RGS-55. |
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