Thus some CIWS like Russian Kashtan and Pantsir systems are augmented by installing the close range SAMs on the same mount for increased tactical flexibility. The expected real-world kill-distance of an incoming anti-ship missile is about 500 m (1,600 ft) or less, still close enough to cause damage to the ship's sensor or communication arrays, or to wound or kill exposed personnel. Short range: the maximum effective range of gun systems is about 5,000 metres (16,000 ft) systems with lighter projectiles have even shorter range.Examples of gun-based CIWS products in operation are: Phalanx CIWS and Bofors 40mm L70 Gun aboard ROCN Di Hua (PFG-1206)Ī gun-based CIWS usually consists of a combination of radars, computers and rotary or revolver cannon placed on a rotating, automatically aimed gun mount.
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