The French Army uses 53T2 20 mm anti-aircraft guns for the new Proteus C-UAS system, which incorporates electro-optics and a fire control system supported by AI.
Developed in a workshop to produce quick and affordable solutions for use in the field, Proteus incorporates the 53T2 20 mm anti-aircraft gun, electro-optics, and a fire control system supported by AI.
The French Army released footage of Proteus engaging a small UAV. It is unclear if airburst or proximity ammunition is used, but the former is unlikely due to the muzzle section's lack of modification.
Proteus can be mounted on flatbed vehicles and operated semi-manually. The gunner does not use remote controls but is still assisted by the fire control system.
Another gun-based C-UAS system from France is the ARLAD, which combines a 12.7 mm machine gun with a 40 mm grenade launcher that fires airburst rounds. Zone Militaire reported that the remotely operated system was seen on a VAB armoured vehicle.
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