Effector RCWS320C-UAS
Advanced counter-UAS remote weapon station
Advanced Counter-UAS Remote Weapon Station
Effector RCWS320C-UAS
The Effector RCWS320C-UAS is Rheinmetall’s latest-generation remote-controlled weapon station designed to deliver reliable, high-precision protection against unmanned aerial threats.
Built for demanding operational environments, it provides scalable counter-UAS capability for tracked and wheeled vehicles, unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) and fixed installations.
With its modular, future-ready architecture, the RCWS320C-UAS enables layered air defence concepts and ensures mission success across mobile and static operations.
Modular architecture
Purpose-built for counter-UAS missions, the system combines rapid sensor fusion, automated target engagement and flexible LANCE integration to enable fast and reliable drone defeat. Support for both hard-kill and soft-kill effectors allows the implementation of layered defence concepts tailored to specific mission requirements.
The NGVA-compliant design ensures seamless integration on infantry fighting vehicles and main battle tanks, while the rugged, all-weather construction guarantees sustained performance in harsh environments. Modular hardware and upgradeable software provide long-term adaptability and future growth potential.
Beyond battlefield operations, the RCWS320C-UAS enhances convoy protection for mobile assets and provides perimeter defence for fixed sites such as military bases and critical infrastructure. This versatility makes the system ideally suited for both mobile and static counter-UAS applications.
The system’s intuitive platform integration and compatibility with LANCE systems support rapid deployment, high operational flexibility and enduring reliability for modern armed forces.
The Modular Sensor and Shooter Adapter (MSSA) extends system capability as a high-performance enhancement of the SEOSS sight system. It enables true killer-killer functionality without additional turret space or loss of commander visibility and can be operated directly via the commander’s sight.
Real-time signal processing, coincidence analysis, optional auto-tracking and a backlash-free, sight-decoupled drive ensure exceptional precision. Multiplexing technology maintains high SEOSS availability, preserving commander situational awareness even in the event of weapon system damage.
Developed in accordance with IEC 61508 and qualified under AECTP-400 for wheeled and tracked vehicles, the MSSA provides a resilient, safety-certified sensor-shooter interface, further strengthening the RCWS320C-UAS ecosystem.
Platform-based
The Effector RCWS320C-UAS is designed for seamless integration on a wide range of tracked and wheeled platforms, including infantry fighting vehicles and unmanned ground vehicles.
Its NGVA-compliant, modular architecture enables rapid installation without compromising vehicle protection, mobility or crew situational awareness, delivering scalable counter-UAS capability across diverse platform classes.
Performance features
- Purpose-built for counter-UAS missions with rapid sensor fusion and automated engagement
- Supports hard-kill and soft-kill effectors for mission-tailored defence concepts
- NGVA-compliant integration on infantry fighting vehicles and main battle tanks
- Modular Sensor & Shooter Adapter (MSSA) enabling true killer-killer capability without extra turret space
- Real-time processing and optional auto-tracking for high precision and first-round hit probability
- Backlash-free drive and decoupled sight for stable, accurate targeting
- High availability — SEOSS sight remains operational even if the weapon is damaged
- Certified to IEC 61508 and AECTP-400 standards
- Modular hardware and upgradeable software for future growth
- Suitable for vehicle protection, convoy defence and perimeter air defence in all environments
Protecting the mission – Wherever it deploys
The Container-Based Remote Controlled Weapon Station 320 C-UAS is a highly mobile and mission-ready Counter-UAS solution designed to protect forward-deployed forces and critical infrastructure against evolving aerial threats. Fully integrated into a standardized container, the system enables rapid deployment, flexible positioning, and seamless integration into existing command-and-control architectures.
By combining advanced sensor inputs with the CRCWS 320, the system delivers a reliable detect–track–engage capability with real-time data exchange and operator-controlled engagement. Its modular, containerized design allows forces to quickly establish or relocate protected areas such as FARPs, FOBs, and logistics hubs, ensuring continuous operational freedom even in contested environments.
Fast Deployment, Maximum Flexibility
Containerized design enables rapid setup, relocation, and reuse without fixed infrastructure.
Proven Counter-UAS Effectiveness
Integrated sensor-to-shooter chain ensures timely detection and reliable neutralization of hostile drones.
Human-in-the-Loop Control
Networked command-and-control allows informed operator decisions and controlled engagement.
Optimized for Operational Protection
Designed to secure critical assets and operational areas in dynamic and evolving threat environment.
