Protector RWS

The system consists of a stabilized firing platform, a fire-control system and control grips. Several weapons can be mounted to the platform, such as:

• M2 Browning 12.7×99 .50 BMG heavy machine gun
• NSV 12.7×108 heavy machine gun
• M240/FN MAG 7.62×51mm NATO general-purpose machine gun
• M249/FN Minimi 5.56×45mm NATO light machine gun
• MK19 40×53 mm automatic grenade launcher
• H&K GMG 40×53 mm automatic grenade launcher
• XM307 Advanced Crew Served Weapon[https://web.archive.org/web/20071114120157/http://www.dtic.mil/ndia/2006smallarms/cavoretto.pdf XM307 Weapons System]
• Javelin anti-tank guided missile
• Hellfire anti-tank guided missile{{Cite web|url=http://www.mil.no/start/article.jhtml?articleID=78157|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20050420144950/http://www.mil.no/start/article.jhtml?articleID=78157|url-status=dead|title=Et fremtidsrettet prosjekt|archivedate=April 20, 2005}} (from a modified Protector)

Several versions of Protector have been developed with more than 20,000 units sold around the world in service with 23 countries.{{Cite web|url=https://www.army-technology.com/news/kongsberg-delivers-20000th-protector-rws-to-us-army/|title = Kongsberg delivers 20,000th Protector RWS to US Army}} Between the M151 and M153 variants Kongsberg has delivered more than 18,000 systems to the U.S. Armed Services. These systems are in-service within every branch of the U.S. military and many US agencies.{{cite web|url=https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/news/news-archive/2022/u.s.-army-awards-usd-1.498-billion-idiq-crows-contract-to-kongsberg/ |title=U.S. ARMY AWARDS USD 1.498 BILLION IDIQ CROWS CONTRACT TO KONGSBERG |publisher=Kongsberg.com |date=31 October 2022}}

The Protector family includes the RS2, RS4 and RS6 Remote Weapon Stations, with weapons from light machine guns (5.56 mm) to light cannons (30×113mmB M230 chain gun).{{Cite web |url=https://www.kongsberg.com/no/kda/products/defence-and-security/remote-weapon-systems/ | publisher=Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace|title=REMOTE WEAPON SYSTEMS |access-date=27 May 2021}} It also includes the Remote Turrets, designed for medium caliber cannons like 30×173mm and 40×180mm (Mk44 Bushmaster II).

• M151 Protector – deployed with the first Stryker brigades
• M151 E1 (Block 1) – includes improved thermal cameras
• M151 E2 (Block 2) – stabilized version
• Several country specific adaptations
• Weight (kg): 135
• Height (mm): 749
• Operating temperature (in °Celsius): −46 to +65
• Storage temperature (in °Celsius): −51 to +71

The system also features 4 M6 Smoke Grenade Dischargers. Specifications (excluding weapons and ammo):{{Cite web |url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Dataark_M151_september%202010%20A4.ashx |title=M151 PROTECTOR |access-date=2013-04-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304044154/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Dataark_M151_september%202010%20A4.ashx |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}

M153 Protector is designed to meet CROWS II requirement. Specifications (excluding weapons and ammo):{{Cite web |url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Dataark_crows_sep%202010-A4.ashx |title=M153 PROTECTOR |access-date=2013-04-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304003019/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Dataark_crows_sep%202010-A4.ashx |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}

• Weight (kg): 172
• Height (mm): 762
• Operating temperature (in °Celsius): −46 to +65
• Storage temperature (in °Celsius): −51 to +71

;Protector Lite

:Protector Lite is a lightweight version for 7.62 mm machine gun with 200 rounds of ammunition carried.{{Cite web |url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/KPS/Products/~/media/KDS/Files/Products/Remote%20Weapon%20Station/Brochures/PROTECTOR%20brosjyre.ashx |title=PROTECTOR Lite |access-date=2013-04-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304060657/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/KPS/Products/~/media/KDS/Files/Products/Remote%20Weapon%20Station/Brochures/PROTECTOR%20brosjyre.ashx |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}

;Protector Super Lite

:Protector Super Lite is the lightest version currently available, and is a lightweight (30 kg), man-portable system that can be operated both remotely and manually. The Super Lite is fully stabilized and adaptable to any wheeled, tracked or stabilized platform, including tripods.{{Cite web |url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Dataark_Super_lite_SEPT%202010-A4.ashx |title=PROTECTOR Super Lite |access-date=2013-04-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304052521/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Dataark_Super_lite_SEPT%202010-A4.ashx |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}

;Protector Medium Caliber RWS

:Protector Medium Caliber RWS is designed as a vehicle turret for 20 to 50 mm autocannons, with coaxial machinegun of 5.56 to 7.62 mm. Specifications (including weapons and ammo):{{Cite web |url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/MC%20RWS%20standard%20sept%202010.ashx |title=PROTECTOR Medium Caliber RWS |access-date=2013-04-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131006223009/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/MC%20RWS%20standard%20sept%202010.ashx |archive-date=2013-10-06 |url-status=dead }}

;Sea Protector

File:The USCGC Sea Devil mounts a remote-controlled, gyro-stabilized machine gun on her bow.jpg .50 Caliber Machine Gun.]]

:Sea Protector is developed for naval applications.{{Cite web |url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Datasheet_Sea%20PROTECTOR.ashx |title=Sea PROTECTOR |access-date=2013-04-23 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304031425/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/~/media/KPS/Datasheets/Datasheet_Sea%20PROTECTOR.ashx |archive-date=2016-03-04 |url-status=dead }}

:In operation, maximum azimuth slew rate >100°/s, with maximum elevation slew Rate >50°/s. Range of Elevation −20° to +60°

;Protector Dual RWS

Protector Dual RWS mounts two weapons. It provides a dual user functionality (Gunner / Commander). The coaxial weapon is mounted on the same axis as the main gun.{{Cite web|url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/protector%20dual%20rws/|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130511025819/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/protector%20dual%20rws/|url-status=dead|title=PROTECTOR Dual RWS|archivedate=May 11, 2013}}

;Protector with Non Lethal Effectors

:Protector with Non Lethal Effectors is designed to close a capability gap in peacekeeping, peace enforcement and humanitarian operations as well as today's asymmetric warfare.{{Cite web|url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/protector%20with%20non%20lethal%20effectors/|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130511025824/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/protector%20with%20non%20lethal%20effectors/|url-status=dead|title=PROTECTOR with Non Lethal Effectors|archivedate=May 11, 2013}}

;Protector Nordic

:Protector Nordic is claimed by the Norwegian remote weapon station developer as the most technically advanced Protector RWS ordered to date, and is a key element in the foundation for cooperation in the Nordic material programs. The extended functionality includes the Day Camera VIS 95 with 95 field of view and the Infrared Aim Laser (850 nm), both developed by Kongsberg.{{Cite web|url=http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/protector%20nordic/|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130511192943/http://www.kongsberg.com/en/kps/products/remoteweaponstation/protector%20nordic/|url-status=dead|title=PROTECTOR RWS – Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace|archivedate=May 11, 2013}}

;Protector NM221

:Protector NM221 includes internal ammunition feed.{{Cite web|url=http://www.deagel.com/Weapon-Stations/Protector-NM221_a001275002.aspx|title=Ancile|website=www.deagel.com}}

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• {{AUS}} – ASLAV PC vehicle{{cite web |title=ASLAV |url=https://nautilus.org/publications/books/australian-forces-abroad/security-general/aslav/ |website=Nautilus Institute |date=19 December 2011 |accessdate=20 September 2018}}
• {{CAN}} – Currently installed on the RG-31 and TAPV fleet. Additional units are on order for integration on the ACSV fleet, with deliveries starting in late 2020.{{cite news |title=Kongsberg to repair, overhaul remote weapons stations |url=https://www.upi.com/Kongsberg-to-repair-overhaul-remote-weapons-stations/93981382120366/ |accessdate=20 September 2018 |publisher=United Press International |date=18 October 2013}}{{cite web |url=https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/news-and-media/news-archive/2020/kongsberg-awarded-contract-to-provide-remote-weapon-stations-to-the-canadian-army-worth-500-mnok/ |title=KONGSBERG AWARDED CONTRACT TO PROVIDE REMOTE WEAPON STATIONS TO THE CANADIAN ARMY WORTH 500 MNOK |author=Kongsberg Aerospace & Defense |work=Kongsberg.com |date=2020-05-25 |accessdate=2020-08-01}}
• {{CRO}} – Patria AMV, 175 {{cite web |title=Croatia's New APCs: AMVs, RWS and Export Opportunities |url=https://www.defenseindustrydaily.com/croatias-2007-wheeled-apc-competition-03050/ |website=Defense Industry Daily |accessdate=20 September 2018}}
• {{CZE}} – LMV
• {{DEN}} – Used on Piranha V vehicles.{{Cite web|url=https://www.kongsberg.com/newsandmedia/news-archive/2019/contract-to-deliver-remote-weapons-stations-to-denmark-worth-270-mnok/|title = Contract to deliver Remote Weapons Stations to Denmark worth 270 MNOK}}
• {{EST}} – CV90 family{{Cite web|url=https://www.tu.no/artikler/pa-lista-over-brukere-av-den-norske-vapenstasjoner-har-det-dukket-opp-to-nye-nasjoner/515990?p=55677930|title=På lista over brukere av den norske våpenstasjonen har det dukket opp to nye nasjoner|first=Per Erlien|last=Dalløkken|date=December 21, 2021|website=Tu.no}}
• {{FIN}} – Patria AMV vehicle
• {{FRA}} – Renault VAB
• {{IND}} – TATA Kestrel
• {{INA}} – KMC Komando Fast Assault Craft & KMC-38M Patrol Vessel (Sea Protector Mk50){{Cite web |last=Redaksi |date=2019-07-01 |title=Kapal Patroli KMC 38M TNI AD Dilengkapi Senjata Kongsberg Sea Protector MK50 |url=https://beritalima.com/kapal-patroli-kmc-38m-tni-ad-dilengkapi-senjata-kongsberg-sea-protector-mk50/ |access-date=2023-08-11 |website=Beritalima.com |language=id-ID}}
• {{IRL}} – Mowag Piranha IIIH CRV and RG-32M LTV
• {{JPN}} – Currently only a few for testing{{Cite web|url=https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/products/defence-and-security/remote-weapon-systems/|title=PROTECTOR Remote Weapon Systems|website=www.kongsberg.com}}
• {{KUW}} – VBL Mk 2{{cite web|url=https://www.janes.com/article/49184/middle-east-moves-to-balanced-vehicle-fleets-idx15vp|title=Middle East moves to balanced vehicle fleets [IDX15VP]|date=22 February 2015 |first=Christopher F.|last=Foss|website=Jane's 360}}
• {{LIT}} – used on Joint Light Tactical Vehicles.{{Cite web|url=https://www.army-technology.com/news/kongsberg-to-deliver-protector-rws-to-lithuania/|title = Kongsberg to deliver its Protector RWS to Lithuania|date = 15 April 2020}}
• {{LUX}} – Dingo 2 vehicle
• {{NLD}} – Boxer vehicle
• {{MKD}} – Unknown
• {{NOR}} – CV90 family (Protector Nordic), NM205F3 APC (Protector NM221), Iveco LMV (Protector Lite), Fridtjof Nansen-class frigate (Sea Protector), HNoMS Maud and Skjold-class corvette (Sea Protector)
• {{PRT}} – Pandur II{{Cite web |title=EXÉRCITO ENVIA BLINDADOS PANDUR PARA A RCA {{!}} Operacional |url=https://www.operacional.pt/exercito-envia-blindados-pandur-para-a-rca/ |access-date=2023-05-27 |language=pt-PT}}
• {{QAT}} – to be used on 490 VCBI IFVs.{{Cite web|url=https://www.thedefensepost.com/2018/03/14/konsberg-norway-qatar-defense-technology-deal/|title = Norway's Kongsberg signs 8-year defense technology development deal with Qatar|date = 14 March 2018}}
• {{ROM}} – Unknown
• {{SLO}} – Patria AMV
• {{SUI}} – Piranha I vehicle cdmt, Mowag Duro IIIP and canot-patrouilleur 16
• {{SWE}} – Sisu Pasi, Patria AMV, Archer Artillery System, RG-32M
• {{THA}} – Unknown
• {{TWN}} – Unknown
• {{UKR}} - Stryker{{cite web |last=Militarny |title=Ukraine receives Stryker equipped with Protector RWS Remote Weapon Stations |url=https://mil.in.ua/en/news/ukraine-receives-stryker-equipped-with-protector-rws-remote-weapon-stations/}}
• {{UK}} – used on Mastiff vehicles in Iraq and Afghanistan, Ajax family of vehicles
• {{USA}} – Stryker, M1A2 Abrams, and numerous other vehicles

File:SEC Det X ASLAVs.jpg|Australian ASLAV-PCs in Iraq

File:Remote Weapons Station on a Canadian Nyala -a.jpg|Canadian RG-31s in Afghanistan

Image:Rws stryker interiorscreen.jpg|Interior control station for M151 Protector Remote Weapon Station in Stryker ICV

Image:Stryker 25th ID Iraq DF-SD-05-12693.JPEG|Stryker ICV on patrol in Iraq

File:Slovenians Patria AMV.jpg|Slovenian Patria AMVs with 40 mm Mk 19 automatic grenade launchers.

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• [https://www.kongsberg.com/kda/products/defence-and-security/remote-weapon-systems/protector-rs4/ Kongsberg Protector RWS webpage]

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